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“The Phoenix riddle hath more wit By us, we two being one, are it. So to one neutral thing both sexes fit, We die and rise the same, and prove Mysterious by this love.” quote by John Donne
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“The Phoenix riddle hath more wit By us, we two being one, are it. So to one neutral thing both sexes fit, We die and rise the same, and prove Mysterious by this love.”

John Donne

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 union where two become one, transcending gender, dying and rebirthing together, illustrating love’s mysterious unity.

In simple terms: Love merges two into one, transcending gender and rebirth.

Key Takeaway

Embrace unity and transformation.

Themes

love unity transcendence rebirth gender

Mood

intimate reflective

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • partnership
  • creative collaboration
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

metaphysics spirituality duality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you foster deeper unity in your relationships?
  • What does rebirth mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Not all relationships achieve such seamless unity.

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