To wait so long/And want a man refined and strong/Is not…
“To wait so long/And want a man refined and strong/Is not at all uncommon. And yet to wait one hundred years/Without a tear, without a care/Makes for a very rare woman. So here our tale appears to show/How marriage deferred/Brings joy unheard/Nothing lost after a century or so. But others love with more ardor/And wed quickly out of passion/Whatever they do/I won’t deplore/Nor shall I preach a lesson.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Patience in love is rare, but waiting too long can also be a virtue, while swift passion is not condemned.
In simple terms: Waiting long shows rare virtue; quick love is acceptable.
Key Takeaway
Balance patience with passion.
Themes
love
patience
marriage
virtue
balance
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
advice
observational
cultural.
When to use this quote
- arranged marriage
- long‑term courtship
- impulsive weddings
- cultural expectations
Key Concepts
delayed gratification
romantic ideals
social expectations
Questions to Reflect On
- Is waiting always noble?
- When does passion become reckless?
A Different Perspective
Patience may lead to missed opportunities; swift love may lack depth.