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What does it mean?
The speaker uses mythological imagery to describe love as blind and flawed, yet still felt.
In plain terms
Love is like a blind and lame cupid who still makes you love someone.
What can you take from it?
Love can be flawed yet still compelling.

Where it applies

  • romantic reflection
  • poetry
  • personal experience

Putting it to work

  • writing poetry
  • reflecting on love
  • accepting flaws

Questions to consider

  • Is love blind?
  • How does mythology explain emotions?

Another view

Poetic descriptions may not capture reality.

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