What a test that is: more than devotion, admiration, passion. If you long and long for someoneβs company you love them.
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No love is entirely without worth, even when the frivolous calls to the frivolous and the base to the base.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Every form of love has its value, even if it seems shallow or undeserving.
Iris Murdoch's quote emphasizes that all expressions of love, regardless of their depth or seriousness, hold some intrinsic value. She suggests that even love that appears trivial or is formed between individuals of low character still contributes to the broader tapestry of human relationships and emotional experiences.
Themes
LoveWorthRelationshipsValueEmotion
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech on the importance of supporting all forms of love, one might reference this quote to highlight love's intrinsic value.
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