Courage Quotes
It takes great deal of courage to see the world in all its tainted glory, and still to love it.
"It takes great deal of courage to see the world in all its tainted glory, and still to love it."— Oscar Wilde
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Meaning of this quote
Loving a flawed world can require accepting its complexity rather than expecting perfection. In the film, the line supports a discussion of love and forgiveness.
Key takeaway:
Distinguish loving imperfect people from overlooking harmful conduct.
Origin of the quote
An Ideal Husband, 1999 film adaptation, Lord Goring’s dialogue.
Who actually said this?
Likely misattributedThe line is in the film but was not found in Wilde’s original play. Oliver Parker wrote the adaptation’s screenplay; the post also alters the opening.
