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“Love is a flame to burn out human wills, Love is a flame to set the will on fire, Love is a flame to cheat men into mire.” quote by John Masefield
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“Love is a flame to burn out human wills, Love is a flame to set the will on fire, Love is a flame to cheat men into mire.”

John Masefield

About This Quote

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

Love can both destroy human will and ignite a powerful drive, while also leading people into destructive entanglements.

In simple terms: Love can empower, destroy, or trap.

Key Takeaway

Beware of love’s dual nature.

Themes

love will destruction passion

Mood

cautionary introspective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationship counseling
  • creative writing
  • self‑assessment

Key Concepts

psychology motivation manipulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • In what ways has love empowered you?
  • When has love led you astray?
A Different Perspective

Romanticizing love may ignore its harmful aspects.

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