One can imagine the look the two lovers exchanged; it was like a flame, for virtuous lovers have not a shred of hypocrisy.
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Marriage must fight constantly against a monster which devours everything: routine.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Marriage requires ongoing effort to combat the dullness of routine.
In this quote, Honore De Balzac highlights the challenges that come with maintaining a marriage. The 'monster' referred to is routine, which can gradually erode the spark and excitement in a relationship if not actively managed. It emphasizes the importance of continual effort and creativity in nurturing love and companionship to prevent the relationship from becoming monotonous.
Themes
MarriageRoutineEffortLoveRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
During a wedding speech, one might say, 'As Honore De Balzac reminds us, we must fight against the monster of routine in our marriage.'
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