Blushing is the color of virtue.
Meaning of the quote
Blushing, or when your cheeks turn red, shows that you have a good character and are a virtuous person. The ancient Greek philosopher Diogenes believed that blushing is a sign of honesty and moral behavior, like telling the truth or doing the right thing. When we blush, it means we feel ashamed or embarrassed, which can be a positive thing because it shows we have a sense of right and wrong.
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