He loved her, both for her fault and her redemption of it, more than he had ever thought that he could love her; for he had believed that in their kiss love had reached its uttermost. But love has no uttermost, as the stars have no number and the sea no rest.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Love grows beyond what we thought was its limit and includes flaws.
- In plain terms
- Love never stops growing and accepts imperfections.
- What can you take from it?
- Expect love to deepen and expand over time.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What limits have you set on your love?
- How has your love changed?
Another view
Some relationships do not sustain growth over time.
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