Friday, April 22, 2011

Jacqueline Thornley:Chinese Proverb (Topic of Choice)

The other day I was perusing one of my favorite quote websites when I stumbled upon the ancient Chinese proverb: “when you have only two pennies left in the world, buy a loaf of bread with one, and a lily with the other.” I thought this was a great quote. By comparing the importance of a loaf of bread which one needs to survive to a pretty little flower, the proverb profoundly illustrates the value of art without directly stating it.

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