Vitality and beauty are gifts of Nature for those who live according to its laws.
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For, verily, great love springs from great knowledge of the beloved object, and if you little know it, you will be able to love it only little or not at all.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True love is rooted in deep understanding of the person you love.
This quote by Leonardo Da Vinci highlights the importance of knowledge in love. The more you understand and appreciate someone, the deeper your capacity for love will be. Conversely, superficial knowledge can lead to superficial affection, thus suggesting that genuine love requires a profound connection and understanding of the beloved.
Themes
LoveKnowledgeUnderstandingConnectionAffection
In practice
Example use cases
In a wedding speech, to emphasize the importance of understanding in a loving relationship.
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