Sing the rapturous love-song unto me! Burn to me perfumes! Wear to me jewels! Drink to me, for I love you! I love you!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A passionate plea for love, sensory indulgence, and devotion.
- In plain terms
- I demand love and sensual devotion.
- What can you take from it?
- Express love with vivid, sensory language.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is sensual language appropriate?
- How does intensity affect reception?
Another view
Overly intense language may overwhelm some listeners.
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Love is the law, love under will.
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