When the bride is one with her lover, who cares about the wedding party?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- When lovers unite, the outer ceremony matters little compared to their union.
- In plain terms
- If bride and lover are one, the wedding party does not matter.
- What can you take from it?
- Inner unity matters more than outer celebration.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When did the moment matter more than the event?
- Why do we need ceremonies?
Another view
Rituals can help mark commitment even when feelings are strong.
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