Eros seizes and shakes my very soul like the wind on the mountain _x000D_ shaking ancient oaks.
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Someone, I tell you, in another time will remember us
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects the enduring nature of love and memory beyond time.
Sappho suggests that the connection and emotions shared between individuals are so profound that even when they are physically apart or even long after they have passed, someone will remember the love they shared. It highlights the timelessness of genuine human relationships and the legacy they leave behind.
Themes
LoveMemoryTimelessnessRelationshipsConnection
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote at a wedding to express the lasting impact of love.
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