God how I hate new countries: They are older than the old, more sophisticated, much more conceited, only young in a certain puerile vanity more like senility than anything.
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But the act, called the sexual act, is not for the depositing of seed. It is for leaping off into the unknown, as from a cliff's edge, like Sappho into the sea.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The sexual act transcends mere reproduction, embodying a deeper exploration of intimacy and connection.
D. H. Lawrence's quote emphasizes that the sexual act is not solely about procreation but rather a profound leap into emotional and experiential depths. It suggests that intimacy should be viewed as an adventure into the unknown, highlighting the transformative and expressive nature of physical love, akin to Sappho's passionate dive into the sea, which represents a plunge into the depths of human experience and connection.
Themes
LoveIntimacyExplorationConnectionUnknown
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about relationships, this quote highlights the emotional significance of intimacy.
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