Je vous aime, Beaucoup moins que mon Dieu, mais bien plus que moi-meme.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- I love you less than my God, but far more than myself.
- In plain terms
- My love for you is greater than self‑love, yet still below divine love.
- What can you take from it?
- Prioritize love for others over ego, but keep higher ideals.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do I balance love for others with self‑care?
- What does divine love mean to me?
Another view
Comparing love to divine love can be unrealistic.
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