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Keep up your conjugal love in a constant heat and vigor…

“Keep up your conjugal love in a constant heat and vigor. Love will suppress wrath: you cannot have a bitter mind upon small provocations, against those that you dearly love.” quote by Richard Baxter
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“Keep up your conjugal love in a constant heat and vigor. Love will suppress wrath: you cannot have a bitter mind upon small provocations, against those that you dearly love.”

Richard Baxter

About This Quote

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

Consistent, passionate marital love suppresses anger and prevents petty resentment.

In simple terms: Steady love curbs bitterness.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate enduring, passionate love.

Themes

marriage passion temperance

Mood

hopeful practical

Type

advice spiritual

When to use this quote

  • marital counseling
  • relationship building
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

love wrath self‑control

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to keep love passionate?
  • What practices prevent resentment?
A Different Perspective

Passion may wane over time.

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