Love Quote by Ayn Rand
““I consider marriage a very important institution, but it is important when and if two people have found the person with whom they wish to spend the rest of their lives—a question of which no man or woman can be automatically certain. When one is certain that one’s choice is final, then marriage is, of course, a desirable state. But this does not mean that any relationship based on less than total certainty is improper. I think the question of an affair or a marriage depends on the knowledge and the position of the two persons involved and should be left up to them. Either is moral, provided only that both parties take the relationship seriously and that it is based on values.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand, 1957
Marriage is valuable when both partners are fully certain and committed; otherwise, relationships are acceptable if serious and value‑based.
In simple terms: Marriage needs certainty and commitment; other serious relationships are okay.
Key Takeaway
Ensure mutual certainty and shared values.
Themes
commitment
certainty
values
relationships
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- marriage decisions
- long‑term partnerships
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
ethical philosophy
personal responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess certainty in a partnership?
- What values must underpin any serious relationship?
A Different Perspective
certainty is rare; people may misjudge certainty.
