Everything is dangerous, my dear fellow. If it wasn't so, life wouldn't be worth living.
Oscar WildeRead
You know I have loved him always. But we are very poor. Who, being loved, is poor? Oh, no one. I hate my riches. They are a burden.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True love is not affected by material wealth; love transcends financial status.
In this quote, Oscar Wilde reflects on the idea that true love exists independently of material wealth. He expresses a deep affection for someone, stating that despite their poverty, love is a substantial treasure that renders one inherently rich, while his own riches feel burdensome in comparison. The quote suggests that emotional connections and the warmth of love outweigh the value of material possessions.
Themes
LoveWealthRichesBurdenPovertyEmotional Connection
In practice
Example use cases
During a wedding toast, one might quote Wilde to remind guests that love is the true wealth of life.
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