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man shall not live by bread alone
A set phrase from the Bible (Matthew 4:4), used to express that physical sustenance is not enough; spiritual or intellectual nourishment is also necessary.
「人はパンのみにて生くるにあらず」という言葉は、聖書に由来する。
The phrase 'Man shall not live by bread alone' originates from the Bible.
彼はよく「人はパンのみにて生くるにあらず」と口にして、芸術の大切さを説く。
He often quotes 'Man shall not live by bread alone' to emphasize the importance of art.
A direct translation of the biblical phrase from Matthew 4:4, originally in Greek or Hebrew, rendered into classical Japanese style.