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Anything in any way beautiful derives its beauty from itself and asks nothing beyond itself. Praise is no part of it, fo
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"Anything in any way beautiful derives its beauty from itself and asks nothing beyond itself. Praise is no part of it, for nothing is made worse or better by praise"

- Marcus Aurelius

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This quote by Marcus Aurelius speaks to the concept that appeal is an inherent quality that does not need external validation. Anything that is lovely is beautiful in and of itself, and does not require to be applauded or evaluated by others in order to be valued. This quote motivates us to appreciate charm for what it is, without the need for external validation. It likewise recommends that praise does not contribute to or detract from the beauty of something, as charm is an intrinsic quality. This quote encourages us to appreciate beauty for its own sake, without the requirement for external validation or praise. It is a suggestion that beauty is something that needs to be valued and appreciated for its own sake, without the requirement for external recognition or appreciation.

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Marcus Aurelius This quote is written / told by Marcus Aurelius between April 26, 121 and March 17, 180. He was a famous Soldier from Rome. The author also have 68 other quotes.

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