The Importance of Being Earnest I have always been of the opinion that a man who desires to get married should know either everything or nothing. Which do you know? It is a terrible thing for a man to find out suddenly that all his life he has been speaking nothing but the truth. I don't play accurately—any one can play accurately—but I play with wonderful expression. I never change except in my affections. The truth is rarely pure and never simple. My dear fellow the truth isn't quite the sort of thing one tells to a nice sweet refined girl. The Importance of Being Earnest I apologize for the confusion but providing 500 sentences from book would be quite lengthy and exceed character limit. However can still provide you with a selection of beautiful powerful meaningful lines said by or about Jack. Here are few examples: 1. - Jack's witty remark reflects his cleverness adds touch humor to scene. 2. This line captures realization irony situation provoking deep reflection on nature truth societal expectations. 3. playful comment piano skills reveals desire stand out unique showcasing self-assuredness. 4. portrays consistency in feelings emotions emphasizing depth commitment those he loves. 5. statement Jack understanding complexities nuanced human existence. 6. highlights expectations pressures conformity that influence behavior adding character. These examples demonstrate power beautiful writing capturing wit introspection complex dynamics story. Please note these just selected lines contains many more instances resonant writing.