I prefer to be a dreamer among the humblest, with visions to be realized, than lord among those without dreams and desires.
Khalil GibranRead
Love gives naught but itself and takes naught but from itself.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Love is selfless and does not expect anything in return.
This quote by Khalil Gibran emphasizes the nature of true love as a pure and selfless emotion. It suggests that love is not a transaction; rather, it is an unconditional giving of oneself without the expectation of receiving anything back, highlighting the depth and richness of love as a profound human experience.
Themes
LoveSelflessnessGivingEmotionRelationship
In practice
Example use cases
In a wedding speech, celebrating the couple's unconditional love for each other.
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