Let us live, my Lesbia, and let us love. Vivamus, mea Lesbia, atque amemus
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It is difficult to suddenly give up a long love. Difficile est longum subito deponere amorem
Interpretation
What this quote means
Ending a long-term love is a challenging and painful process.
Catullus expresses the complexity and emotional weight of relinquishing a deep and enduring love. The quote highlights that love, especially one that has lasted a significant time, is not easily abandoned, reflecting the struggles and attachments that come with such intense emotional bonds.
Themes
LoveLongingAttachmentPainHeartbreak
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the complexities of relationships, you might quote this to emphasize the difficulty of moving on after a meaningful connection.
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