Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies.
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Between husband and wife friendship seems to exist by nature, for man is naturally disposed to pairing.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Marriage naturally fosters a sense of friendship between partners due to their inherent pairing instinct.
Aristotle suggests that within the bond of marriage, there exists an intrinsic friendship between a husband and wife. This friendship arises from the natural tendency of humans to form pairs, implying that a strong and mutually supportive relationship is a fundamental aspect of marital life.
Themes
MarriageFriendshipPartnershipLoveRelationship
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a wedding speech to highlight the importance of friendship in marriage.
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