The smell of opium is the least stupid smell in the world.
Attribution disputed; shown as originally published.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He makes a humorous and subjective claim about the scent of opium being preferable to others.
- In plain terms
- Opium smells better than most other things.
- What can you take from it?
- Perception of value depends on the individual.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you value excessively?
- Is pleasure worth the cost?
Another view
This ignores the dangers and addiction associated with opium.
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