As honour, love, obedience, troops of friends, / I must not look to have; but, in their stead, / Curses, not loud but deep, mouth-honour, breath, / Which the poor heart would fain deny, and dare not" (5.3.25-28).
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Let me not to the marriage of true minds _x000D_ _x000D_ Admit impediments: love is not love _x000D_ _x000D_ Which alters when it alteration finds.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True love remains constant despite challenges and changes.
This quote highlights the idea that genuine love is unwavering and doesn't change due to external circumstances or challenges. It emphasizes that true love is not merely a fleeting emotion but a steadfast commitment that endures even when faced with difficulties or transformations.
Themes
LoveTrue LoveConsistencyCommitmentEndurance
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared at a wedding to emphasize the enduring nature of marriage.
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