Since ever the world was spinning And till the world shall…
“Since ever the world was spinning And till the world shall end You've your man in the beginning Or you have him in the end, But to have him from start to finish And neither nor borrow nor lend Is what all of the girls are wanting And none of the gods can send”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker describes a timeless desire for a partner who is present from beginning to end, without borrowing or lending, reflecting a longing for constancy and exclusivity in love
In simple terms: A timeless longing for an exclusive, constant partner
Seek enduring, exclusive relationships
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- courtship
- marriage
- long-term partnership
- friendship
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does permanence mean to you?
- How do you balance desire for constancy with personal growth?
May idealize permanence, ignoring realistic change