I love the old way best, the simple way of poison, where we too are strong as men.
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Never say that marriage has more of joy than pain.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Marriage involves both joy and pain, and it's important to acknowledge both aspects.
Euripides highlights the complexities of marriage, suggesting that it is an amalgamation of happiness and suffering. This quote serves as a reminder that while joyful moments are significant, the struggles inherent in a marital relationship must also be recognized and addressed, thus presenting a balanced view of this commitment.
Themes
MarriageJoyPainRelationshipsCommitment
In practice
Example use cases
In a wedding speech, one could mention, 'As Euripides said, never say that marriage has more joy than pain, acknowledging the journey ahead.'
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Waste not fresh tears over old griefs.
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