I hold it true, whatever befall; I feel it, when I sorrow…
“I hold it true, whatever befall; I feel it, when I sorrow most; 'tis better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Love’s loss feels profound, yet the experience of loving outweighs the pain of loss.
In simple terms: Love is better than never loving.
Cherish love despite potential loss.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- relationship advice
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does love teach you about vulnerability?
- How can you honor loss while moving forward?
May romanticize suffering.