Angels listen when she speaks: She 's my delight, all mankind's wonder; But my jealous heart would break Should we live one day asunder.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker expresses deep love and jealousy for a woman who seems divine to him.
- In plain terms
- He loves her so much that being apart would break his heart.
- What can you take from it?
- Deep attachment brings both joy and fear of loss.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do we fear loss?
- Is total dependence healthy?
Another view
It relies on intense romantic idealization which may be unrealistic.
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