"A beautiful thing is never perfect." - Egyptian Proverb

“A beautiful thing is never perfect.”

- Egyptianwisdom

Meaning

Outward beauty or appeal often conceals flaws; perfection is an illusion.

Egyptian merchants in Cairo's bazaars have long counseled buyers to look beyond surface appeal. This proverb warns against superficial judgments.

Origin

Egyptian

Language

Arabic

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