“Books and harlots have their own glow”
— Walter Benjamin
Simplified Meaning:
Books and people who are looked down upon often have more to them than we first see. Just like how a book can seem boring at first, it may have a great story inside that can teach, entertain, or surprise you. Similarly, people who might be judged by society can have valuable experiences and stories to share. For example, someone who struggled in life but learned from hard times might have important lessons or wisdom. Imagine you find an old book in a dusty store. At first, it looks plain, but when you open it and start reading, you find an amazing adventure inside. In the same way, if you take time to get to know someone who others ignore or judge, you might discover they have been through interesting or tough times that you can learn from. We can apply this idea by not judging things—or people—by first appearances and being open to discovering what's inside.
