Forever, Fortune, wilt thou prove An unrelenting foe to love, And, when we meet a mutual heart, Come in between and bid us part?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Love can become a relentless enemy, separating people even when they share a mutual affection.
- In plain terms
- Love may act as a harsh force that pulls lovers apart.
- What can you take from it?
- Beware of forces that turn love into conflict.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes love feel like an enemy?
- How can we protect love from external pressures?
Another view
It assumes love is always mutual and ignores healthy boundaries.
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