“What a strange illusion it is to suppose that beauty is goodness.”
— Leo Tolstoy
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Just because something looks nice doesn't mean it's good or kind. For example, imagine a beautiful fruit that looks fresh and delicious. But when you bite into it, you find out it's rotten on the inside. Similarly, a person might be very attractive and charming, but that doesn't tell us anything about their character or morals. In history, there have been leaders who appeared strong and charismatic, yet made harmful decisions. So, we shouldn't judge people or things only by their appearance. Instead, we should look deeper to understand their true nature.
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Aesthetics Appearance Beauty Falsehood Goodness Illusion Inner qualities Morality Perception Philosophy
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