I hold it true, whate'er befall; I feel it when I sorrow…
““I hold it true, whate'er befall; I feel it when I sorrow most; 'Tis better to have loved and lost Than never to have loved at all. Verse XXVII ””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Love, even when lost, holds greater value than never experiencing it.
In simple terms: Love lost is better than never loving.
Embrace love despite risk of loss.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationships
- personal loss
- grieving
- self-reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What have you learned from love lost?
- Is it worth risking pain for love?
Some may argue avoiding love prevents pain.