My true-love hath my heart and I have his, By just…
““My true-love hath my heart and I have his, By just exchange one for the other given: I hold his dear, and mine he cannot miss; There never was a bargain better driven. His heart in me keeps me and him in one; My heart in him his thoughts and senses guides: He loves my heart, for once it was his own; I cherish his because in me it bides. His heart his wound received from my sight; My heart was wounded with his wounded heart; For as from me on him his hurt did light, So still, methought, in me his hurt did smart: Both equal hurt, in this change sought our bliss, My true-love hath my heart and I have his.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Reciprocal love creates a shared identity where each partner holds the other's heart, forming a unified emotional bond.
In simple terms: Lovers share hearts, becoming one.
Key Takeaway
Embrace mutual vulnerability.
Themes
love
union
identity
vulnerability
Mood
tender
reflective
Type
poetic
romantic
When to use this quote
- marriage
- long‑term partnership
- conflict resolution
- emotional healing
Key Concepts
reciprocity
shared self
emotional integration
Questions to Reflect On
- How does sharing identity affect individuality?
- Can love thrive without mutual sacrifice?
A Different Perspective
Assumes idealized love; may ignore personal boundaries.