Arms Quote by Anne Fortier
“as a bird swoops down on it's prey, and assumes this land bound wretch into heaven, so did romeo steal her lips before they fled him again. suspended somewhere between cherubs and devils, his quarry ceased to buck, and he spread his wings wide and let the rising wind carry them off across the sky, until even the predator himself had lost every hope of returning home. within that one embrace, [he] became aware of a feeling of certainty he had not thought possible for anyone - even the virtuous. with her in his arms, all other women, past, present, and future, simply ceased to exist.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Lost Garden, 2013
Intense passion can transform ordinary life into a transcendent, almost divine experience, eclipsing all else.
In simple terms: Passion makes life feel divine and all‑consuming.
Key Takeaway
Allow love to elevate your existence.
Themes
passion
transcendence
obsession
Mood
intense
dramatic
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- intimate relationships
- creative inspiration
- spiritual awakening
- risk of obsession
Key Concepts
romantic idealism
mythic metaphor
psychology of love
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance passion with self‑care?
- When does love become overwhelming?
A Different Perspective
Such intensity can lead to loss of self or unhealthy fixation.
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