Do good by stealth, and blush to find it fame.
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Not grace, or zeal, love only was my call,_x000D_ _x000D_ And if I lose thy love, I lose my all.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Love is the most important aspect of life, and losing it equates to losing everything.
In this quote by Alexander Pope, the speaker emphasizes the overriding importance of love in their life. They convey that love, rather than any other virtues or qualities, is the ultimate force that gives meaning and richness to existence; thus, the thought of losing that love brings fear and signifies a loss of everything they cherish.
Themes
LoveLossImportanceLifeValue
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a wedding speech to highlight the importance of love in marriage.
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