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Angel Quote by August Strindberg

“It's terribly hard to be married ... harder than anything else. I think you have to be an angel.” quote by August Strindberg
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“It's terribly hard to be married ... harder than anything else. I think you have to be an angel.”

August Strindberg

About This Quote

Source Play: The Father, 1887

Marriage demands extreme patience and moral elevation, likened to angelic behavior.

In simple terms: Marriage is very hard, needs angelic patience.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate empathy and patience in partnership.

Themes

marriage challenge morality angelic

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

philosophical dramatic

When to use this quote

  • long‑term partnership
  • conflict resolution
  • spiritual growth

Key Concepts

selflessness relationship dynamics ethical standards

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can love be both human and angelic?
  • What realistic virtues support marriage?
A Different Perspective

Idealizing angels may set unrealistic expectations.

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