We must never expect discretion in first love: it is accompanied by such excessive joy that unless the joy is allowed to overflow, it will choke you.
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Woman is sacred; the woman one loves is holy.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The love for a woman elevates her to a sacred status in one's life.
In this quote, Alexandre Dumas emphasizes the profound reverence and sanctity that love bestows upon a woman. He suggests that a woman, particularly one whom one loves, transcends ordinary existence and is to be cherished with deep respect and veneration, acknowledging her importance in the emotional and spiritual dimensions of life.
Themes
WomanLoveSacredHolyReverence
In practice
Example use cases
During a wedding ceremony, you might use this quote to express the sanctity of love between partners.
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