Bear with me then, if lawful what I ask; Love not the…
““ Bear with me then, if lawful what I ask; Love not the heav'nly Spirits, and how thir Love Express they, by looks onely, or do they mix Irradiance, virtual or immediate touch? To whom the Angel with a smile that glow'd Celestial rosie red, Loves proper hue, Answer'd. Let it suffice thee that thou know'st Us happie, and without Love no happiness. Whatever pure thou in the body enjoy'st (And pure thou wert created) we enjoy In eminence, and obstacle find none Of membrane, joynt, or limb, exclusive barrs: Easier then Air with Air, if Spirits embrace, Total they mix, Union of Pure with Pure Desiring; nor restrain'd conveyance need As Flesh to mix with Flesh, or Soul with Soul. But I can now no more; the parting Sun Beyond the Earths green Cape and verdant Isles HESPEREAN sets, my Signal to depart.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The poem explores the union of spiritual and physical love, urging harmony between celestial and earthly desires, and the transformative power of love beyond material constraints
In simple terms: Love unites spirit and flesh, transcending barriers
Key Takeaway
Seek unity of love, embrace both soul and body
Themes
spirituality
love
union
Mood
romantic
reflective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- marriage
- artistic collaboration
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
metaphysics
alchemy
humanity
Questions to Reflect On
- Can love truly dissolve all differences?
- What does “union of pure with pure” mean in daily life?
A Different Perspective
Pure love may be idealized, overlooking practical complexities