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“Give your heart,but not into each other's keeping. For only the hand of Life can contain your hearts.And stand together,yet not too near together: For pillars of the temple stand apart,And the oak tree and the cypress grow not in each other's shadow.” quote by Anonymous
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“Give your heart,but not into each other's keeping. For only the hand of Life can contain your hearts.And stand together,yet not too near together: For pillars of the temple stand apart,And the oak tree and the cypress grow not in each other's shadow.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

Hearts should be given freely but not owned; life alone holds them, and relationships need space like separate pillars or trees.

In simple terms: Give love without possession; keep independence.

Key Takeaway

Balance intimacy with autonomy.

Themes

love independence relationships

Mood

thoughtful balanced

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • friendship building
  • team dynamics

Key Concepts

interdependence personal boundaries

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you maintain closeness while respecting space?
  • What boundaries protect love?
A Different Perspective

Too much distance can erode connection.

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