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“A slow nature such as Maurice's appears insensitive, for it needs time even to feel. Its instinct is to assume that nothing either for good or evil has happened, and to resist the invader. Once gripped, it feels acutely, and its sensations in love are particularly profound. Given time, it can know…” quote by E.M. Forster
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““A slow nature such as Maurice's appears insensitive, for it needs time even to feel. Its instinct is to assume that nothing either for good or evil has happened, and to resist the invader. Once gripped, it feels acutely, and its sensations in love are particularly profound. Given time, it can know and impart ecstasy; given time, it can sink to the heart of Hell.””

E.M. Forster

About This Quote

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

Describes a patient, detached temperament that, given time, can experience deep love or profound despair.

In simple terms: Slow nature feels everything intensely over time.

Key Takeaway

Allow time for feelings to develop.

Themes

patience empathy intensity

Mood

melancholic thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • long‑term relationships
  • grieving processes
  • artistic creation

Key Concepts

existentialism emotional depth

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “slow nature” mean to you?
  • How does patience affect emotional intensity?
A Different Perspective

Time may not heal all wounds.

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