I am like a man so busy in letting rooms in one end of his house, that he can't stop to put out the fire that is burning the other.
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Nothing new here, except my marrying, which to me is a matter of profound wonder.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Marriage can invoke deep feelings of wonder and introspection.
In this quote, Abraham Lincoln expresses the profound and transformative nature of marriage, emphasizing that while many aspects of life may seem mundane or routine, the act of marrying is remarkable and evokes a sense of wonder within him. This indicates that relationships, particularly the deep commitment of marriage, can bring new dimensions to our lives, stirring emotions that are both complex and meaningful.
Themes
MarriageWonderLoveRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
In a wedding speech to highlight the beauty of love and commitment.
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