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“Give your hearts, but not into each other's keeping, For only the hand of God can contain your hearts.” quote by Khalil Gibran
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“Give your hearts, but not into each other's keeping, For only the hand of God can contain your hearts.”

Khalil Gibran

About This Quote

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

Divine love should be given freely, not possessed; only God can truly hold hearts.

In simple terms: Give love, not ownership.

Key Takeaway

Love selflessly.

Themes

spirituality love divine

Mood

contemplative spiritual

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • friendship
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

selfless giving spiritual trust

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can you love without expecting to keep?
  • What does “hand of God” symbolize?
A Different Perspective

Human desire for possession persists.

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