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He loves his bonds who, when the first are broke, Submits…

“He loves his bonds who, when the first are broke, Submits his neck into a second yoke.” quote by Robert Herrick
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“He loves his bonds who, when the first are broke, Submits his neck into a second yoke.”

Robert Herrick

About This Quote

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

When a first commitment fails, one seeks a new, often harsher, bond.

In simple terms: After a broken tie, people may submit to a worse one.

Key Takeaway

Beware of replacing one bad choice with another.

Themes

commitment betrayal repetition

Mood

somber critical

Type

cautionary literary

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • business partnerships
  • friendships

Key Concepts

literature morality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives you to a second yoke?
  • Can you break the cycle?
A Different Perspective

New ties may repeat old patterns.

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