Mine to the core of the heart, my beauty! Mine, all mine, and for love, not duty: Love given willingly, full and free, Love for love's sake - as mine to thee. Duty's a slave that keeps the keys, But Love, the master, goes in and out Of his goodly chambers with song and shout, Just as he please - just as he please.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True ownership in relationships comes from willing love, not obligation or duty.
- In plain terms
- Love should be given freely, not out of duty.
- What can you take from it?
- Prioritize voluntary affection over obligation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is your commitment voluntary?
- How do you distinguish love from duty?
Another view
Duty sometimes sustains relationships when love fades.
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