Grace is in garments, in movements, in manners; beauty in the nude, and in forms. This is true of bodies; but when we speak of feelings, beauty is in their spirituality, and grace in their moderation.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Grace relates to movement and moderation in feelings, while beauty relates to form and spirituality.
- In plain terms
- Grace is about balance in behavior; beauty is about essence and spirit.
- What can you take from it?
- Cultivate moderation for grace and depth for true beauty.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes something beautiful to you?
- How do you show grace in daily life?
Another view
Definitions of beauty vary greatly across cultures.
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