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My body, plowed by your body, will turn into a field where one is sown and a hundred reaped.
Octavio Paz
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Interpretation

What this quote means

The quote expresses the deep connection and mutual growth that can occur within an intimate relationship.

In this quote, Octavio Paz uses the imagery of agriculture to illustrate the transformative power of love and physical union. The metaphor suggests that when two bodies come together, they create fertile ground for emotional and spiritual growth, indicating that from a singular experience of love, many rewards or blessings can emerge for both partners.

Themes

LoveTransformationGrowthConnectionIntimacy

In practice

Example use cases

Sharing this quote at a wedding ceremony to highlight the importance of intimacy in marriage.

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