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And love Quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson

“Love's arms were wreathed about the neck of Hope, And Hope kiss'd Love, and Love drew in her breath In that close kiss and drank her whisper'd tales. They said that Love would die when Hope was gone. And Love mourn'd long, and sorrow'd after Hope; At last she sought out Memory, and they trod The…” quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson
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“Love's arms were wreathed about the neck of Hope, And Hope kiss'd Love, and Love drew in her breath In that close kiss and drank her whisper'd tales. They said that Love would die when Hope was gone. And Love mourn'd long, and sorrow'd after Hope; At last she sought out Memory, and they trod The same old paths where Love had walked with Hope, And Memory fed the soul of Love with tears.”

Alfred Lord Tennyson

About This Quote

Describes love and hope intertwined, with memory sustaining love after loss.

In simple terms: Love and hope are linked; memory keeps love alive.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate hope and cherish memories.

Themes

love hope memory

Mood

poetic melancholic

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • grief counseling
  • creative writing
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

literature psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does memory influence healing?
  • Can hope survive without love?
A Different Perspective

May idealize emotional cycles.

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