Skip to content

We endow our poor lovers with godly traits, and then…

“We endow our poor lovers with godly traits, and then destroy them for being mortal.” quote by Ned Rorem
Download Open image
““We endow our poor lovers with godly traits, and then destroy them for being mortal. ””

Ned Rorem

About This Quote

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

We idealize lovers as divine, then reject them for their human flaws.

In simple terms: We love idealized people, then reject them.

Key Takeaway

Accept love’s imperfections.

Themes

idealization mortality relationship disillusionment humanity

Mood

reflective melancholic thoughtful

Type

philosophical poetic

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • friendships
  • artistic collaborations

Key Concepts

philosophy of love psychology of projection

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “godly traits” mean to you?
  • How can we love without destroying?
A Different Perspective

Idealization can lead to unrealistic expectations.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Ned Rorem

Explore all 46 Ned Rorem quotes

More Mortal quotes

Browse all 433 Mortal quotes