There is no affliction, trial, or labor difficult to endure, when we consider the torments and sufferings which Our Lord Jesus Christ endured for us.
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True love grows by sacrifice and the more thoroughly the soul rejects natural satisfaction the stronger and more detached its tenderness becomes.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True love deepens through selflessness and sacrifice, leading to a stronger emotional connection.
In this quote, Teresa of Avila emphasizes that true love is not merely about personal satisfaction or fulfillment; instead, it flourishes through acts of sacrifice and the willingness to give up one's own desires for the sake of another. As individuals let go of selfish needs and focus on the well-being of their loved ones, their capacity for love grows deeper and more profound, fostering a sense of emotional detachment from trivialities and a stronger bond with their partner.
Themes
LoveSacrificeSelflessnessTendernessConnection
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a wedding speech to highlight the essence of true love.
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