'WHEN two lovers are making love, and if they are both…
“'WHEN two lovers are making love, and if they are both no-selves, nothingness, then a spontaneous pleasurable sensation happens. Then their body energy, their whole being, loses all identity; they are no more themselves - they have fallen into abyss. But this can happen only for a moment: again they regain, again they start clinging. That's why people become afraid in love.'”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Intense love can dissolve personal identity, creating a fleeting sense of unity, but this is temporary and often followed by fear of loss.
In simple terms: Love can erase self briefly, then fear returns.
Recognize the fleeting nature of ego‑loss in love.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- meditative practice
- creative collaboration
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can love without ego be sustained?
- What safeguards prevent fear after unity?
Such loss of self may lead to dependency or confusion if not integrated.