When the freedom they wished for most was freedom from responsibility, then Athens ceased to be free and was never free again.
Edith HamiltonRead
Love, however, cannot be forbidden. The more that flame is covered up, the hotter it burns. Also love can always find a way. It was impossible that these two whose hearts were on fire should be kept apart. (Pyramus and Thisbe)
Interpretation
Love is a powerful force that cannot be easily suppressed or contained.
This quote expresses the idea that true love is resilient and cannot be extinguished, no matter the obstacles in its path. The analogy of flame suggests that attempts to hide or suppress love only intensify its passion and urgency, indicating that love will always seek a way to manifest itself despite any barriers.
In practice
This quote could be used in a wedding speech to emphasize the strength of the couple's love.
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Never love a wild thing, Mr. Bell,’ Holly advised him. ‘That was Doc’s mistake. He was always lugging home wild things. A hawk with a hurt wing. One time it was a full-grown bobcat with a broken leg. But you can’t give your heart to a wild thing; the more you do, the stronger they get. Until they’re strong enough to run into the woods. Or fly into a tree. Then a taller tree. Then the sky. That’s how you’ll end up Mr. Bell. If you let yourself love a wild thing. You’ll end up looking at the sky.
He, full of bashfulness and truth, loved much, hoped little, and desired naught.
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