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My love is such that Rivers cannot quench, Nor ought but…

“My love is such that Rivers cannot quench, Nor ought but love from thee, give recompence. Thy love is such I can no way repay, The heavens reward thee manifold I pray.” quote by Anne Bradstreet
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“My love is such that Rivers cannot quench, Nor ought but love from thee, give recompence. Thy love is such I can no way repay, The heavens reward thee manifold I pray.”

Anne Bradstreet

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

She declares her love is boundless, beyond nature's ability to satisfy, and she feels grateful for divine reward.

In simple terms: Love is endless and beyond earthly limits.

Key Takeaway

Cherish love that transcends.

Themes

love spirituality gratitude nature

Mood

reverent warm

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • parenthood
  • spiritual reflection
  • artistic creation

Key Concepts

boundlessness divine reward faith

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you express gratitude for love?
  • What does it mean to love beyond measure?
A Different Perspective

Love may be idealized beyond realistic expectations.

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