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I hate it when people mix things, I hate the cowlike…

“I hate it when people mix things, I hate the cowlike yearning toward one another while the beauty and the power of a great work breaks over one; I hate the swimming looks of lovers, the foolish blissful cuddling, the indecent sheepish happiness that can never rise above itself; I hate all the talk…” quote by Erich Maria Remarque
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““I hate it when people mix things, I hate the cowlike yearning toward one another while the beauty and the power of a great work breaks over one; I hate the swimming looks of lovers, the foolish blissful cuddling, the indecent sheepish happiness that can never rise above itself; I hate all the talk of becoming one through love;””

Erich Maria Remarque

About This Quote

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

Condemns forced unity that erases individuality and authentic love.

In simple terms: Reject forced sameness in love.

Key Takeaway

Seek genuine, respectful connections.

Themes

individuality authenticity love conflict

Mood

melancholic thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • artistic collaborations
  • social movements

Key Concepts

philosophical social critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines authentic love?
  • How can individuality coexist with unity?
A Different Perspective

May idealize conflict over harmony.

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