Even when a river of tears courses through this body, the flame of love cannot be quenched.
Izumi ShikibuRead
In love longing I listen to the monk's bell. I will never forget you even for an interval short as those between the bell notes.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses a deep and enduring love that persists even in moments of separation.
Izumi Shikibu's quote conveys the intensity of love and longing. The mention of listening to the monk's bell signifies a moment of contemplation and spiritual reflection, where the speaker acknowledges that even brief intervals of separation from their beloved are filled with an unwavering love that keeps their memory alive.
Themes
LoveLongingMemoryAbsenceConnection
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a romantic letter to express feelings of love despite distance.
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