Agony Quote by Alison Croggon
“Love is one of the true mysteries,' he said at last. 'The truest and the deepest of all. One thing, Maerad: to love is never wrong. It may be disastrous; it may never be possible; it may be the deepest agony. But it is never wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Book of the Ancestors, 2012
Love is a profound mystery, never wrong despite potential pain or impossibility.
In simple terms: Love is always right, even when painful.
Key Takeaway
Embrace love despite risks.
Themes
love
mystery
ethics
Mood
passionate
reflective
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- relationships
- creative writing
- counseling sessions
Key Concepts
existentialism
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- Can love be both joy and agony?
- How do we accept love's risks?
A Different Perspective
Love may lead to suffering.
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