The hills of manhood wear a noble face When seen from far; The mist of light from which they take their grace Hides what they are.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Human maturity looks noble from a distance but hides flaws up close.
- In plain terms
- Manhood looks noble from far but hides flaws up close.
- What can you take from it?
- Distance can idealize human character.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who do you idealize from afar?
Another view
Some qualities are best appreciated from a distance.
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