It was love at first sight. The first time Yossarian saw the chaplain he fell madly in love with him.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Unexpected attractions can happen to anyone, regardless of context or expectations.
- In plain terms
- Yossarian fell in love with a chaplain immediately.
- What can you take from it?
- Love does not follow rules or expectations.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When did you feel sudden attraction?
- Does context matter in love?
Another view
Instant attraction does not guarantee a relationship.
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