Since God often sends us inspirations by means of His angels, we should frequently return our aspirations to him by means of the same messengers.
Saint Francis De SalesRead
The thoughts of those moved by natural human love are almost completely fastened on the beloved, their hearts are filled with passion for it, and their mouths full of its praises.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True love focuses on the beloved, filling the heart with passion and admiration.
This quote by Saint Francis De Sales highlights how genuine love directs our thoughts and emotions towards the object of our affection. When we are truly in love, our hearts are consumed by that love, resulting in a deep admiration and a desire to express our feelings for the beloved, reflecting the transformative power of love in our lives.
Themes
LovePassionAdmirationThoughtsAffection
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a wedding speech to emphasize the beauty of love.
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