Nothing in the world is single, All things by a law divine In one spirit meet and mingle - Why not I with thine?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Shelley argues that everything in the world connects through divine law, so lovers should unite too.
- In plain terms
- Since all things connect, you and your partner should unite.
- What can you take from it?
- See relationships as part of universal connection.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is love part of a larger order?
- How does connection work?
Another view
It assumes divine law applies to human romance.
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