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“No lover, if he be of good faith, and sincere, will deny he would prefer to see his mistress dead than unfaithful.” quote by Marquis de Sade
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“No lover, if he be of good faith, and sincere, will deny he would prefer to see his mistress dead than unfaithful.”

Marquis de Sade

About This Quote

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

A faithful lover would rather see his mistress dead than unfaithful, highlighting extreme jealousy.

In simple terms: Extreme jealousy can be deadly.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the danger of possessive love.

Themes

jealousy faithfulness extremes

Mood

dark critical

Type

philosophical cautionary

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • literary analysis
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

psychology morality relationship dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is love worth harming another?
  • How can trust replace jealousy?
A Different Perspective

Such extreme views ignore healthy boundaries.

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