The only way love can be shown in this world is by…
““The only way love can be shown in this world is by sacrifice —namely, the surrender of one thing for another. Love is essentially bound up with choice, and choice is a negation, and negation is a sacrifice. When a young man sets his heart upon a young woman and asks her to marry him, he is not only saying “I choose you”; he is also saying “I do not choose, I reject, all others. I give them all up for you.” Apply this to the problem of lust.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Love is expressed through sacrifice, choosing one over all others, which inherently involves negation and self‑denial.
In simple terms: Love = sacrifice and choice.
Key Takeaway
Choose love, give up others.
Themes
love
choice
sacrifice
spirituality
Mood
solemn
inspirational
Type
religious
philosophical
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- spiritual retreats
- personal vows
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
philosophy of love
Questions to Reflect On
- What does sacrifice mean to you?
- How can you balance love with other responsibilities?
A Different Perspective
Sacrifice can be burdensome.