In idling, the motor's running, but you're letting your mind take in anything. Things pop into it. Those are the gifts of subterranean conscious.
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When we ask for love, we don't ask others to be fair to us-but rather to care for us, to be considerate of us. There is a world of difference here between demanding justice... and begging or pleading for love.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Love is about care and consideration, not demanding fairness or justice.
In this quote, Mortimer Adler emphasizes the distinction between seeking love and asking for fairness. When we seek love, we are not demanding that others treat us justly; rather, we desire their care and thoughtfulness, highlighting the emotional and compassionate nature of love compared to the more transactional concept of justice.
Themes
LoveCareConsiderationJusticeEmotional
In practice
Example use cases
This quote is perfect for a Valentine's Day card to emphasize the essence of love.
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