The labor into which a heart has poured its whole love--where will it have its say, to excite and inspire, and when?
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But, drawn to her at that moment, he felt a quiet like the voice of the rain flow over him. He knew well enough that for her it was in fact no waste of effort, but somehow the final determination that it was had the effect of distilling and purifying the woman's existence.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a moment of deep emotional connection and appreciation between two people.
In this quote by Yasunari Kawabata, the protagonist experiences a profound emotional response to a woman's presence, likening it to the soothing and purifying nature of rain. It suggests that his feelings aren't wasted; rather, they highlight the significance of her existence and the way love can enhance and elevate the essence of a person.
Themes
LoveEmotional ConnectionAppreciationExistencePurity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared at a wedding to highlight the beauty of love.
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