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“So dear a life your arms enfold, Whose crying is a cry for gold.” quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson
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“So dear a life your arms enfold, Whose crying is a cry for gold.”

Alfred Lord Tennyson

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Lady of Shalott”, 1842

A lover’s embrace is precious, yet the yearning for wealth can corrupt pure affection.

In simple terms: Love is valuable, but greed can taint it.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize love over material gain.

Themes

love greed purity conflict

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • financial decisions
  • relationship counseling

Key Concepts

romanticism materialism emotional conflict

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you think love can survive when money becomes central?
  • What sacrifices are worth making for love?
A Different Perspective

Wealth can distort genuine emotional connections.

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