It is not strange that some of our revoltes preach trial…
“It is not strange that some of our revoltes preach trial marriage: for the only safe way to marry them at all would be on trial. Until you had definitely experienced all the human situations with them, you would have no means of knowing how, in any given situation, they would behave. They might conform about evening-dress, and throw plates between courses; they might be charming to your friends, and ask the waiter to sit down and finish dinner with you. Or they might in all things, little and big, be irreproachable. The point is that you would never know.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The quote argues that committing to a marriage without fully knowing a partner’s behavior is risky, likening it to a trial that reveals true character only after shared experiences.
In simple terms: Marrying without knowing a partner fully is risky.
Key Takeaway
Seek deep understanding before commitment.
Themes
relationships
trust
commitment
knowledge
risk
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Progressive relationships
- marriage counseling
- compatibility testing
Key Concepts
psychology
social dynamics
marriage expectationscareer dating
long‑term partnership
family planning
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you assess compatibility beyond first impressions?
- What signs indicate deeper character traits?
A Different Perspective
People may change over time, making early impressions unreliable.