Skip to content

Love seeketh not itself to please, but for another gives…

“Love seeketh not itself to please, but for another gives its ease.” quote by William Blake
Download Open image
“Love seeketh not itself to please, but for another gives its ease.”

William Blake

About This Quote

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

Love finds fulfillment not in self‑pleasure but in giving ease to another.

In simple terms: Love gives ease to others.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize selfless love.

Themes

selflessness love altruism

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • charitable acts
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

romantic philosophy ethical love

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we practice selfless love?
  • What are limits of giving?
A Different Perspective

May idealize love unrealistically.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by William Blake

Explore all 592 William Blake quotes

More Ease quotes

Browse all 1,502 Ease quotes