Christian marriage Quote by C.S. Lewis
““Knowledge can last, principles can last, habits can last; but feelings come and go... But, of course, ceasing to be "in love" need not mean ceasing to love. Love in this second sense — love as distinct from "being in love" — is not merely a feeling. It is a deep unity, maintained by the will and deliberately strengthened by habit; reinforced by (in Christian marriage) the grace which both partners ask, and receive, from God... "Being in love" first moved them to promise fidelity: this quieter love enables them to keep the promise. It is on this love that the engine of marriage is run: being in love was the explosion that started it.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Four Loves, C.S. Lewis, 1960
Love endures beyond fleeting feelings, sustained by will, habit, and shared commitment, especially in marriage.
In simple terms: Love lasts beyond feeling.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate love through habit and commitment.
Themes
love
commitment
marriage
spirituality
psychology
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
relationship
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- relationship building
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
enduring love
willful commitment
habit formation
spiritual grace
Questions to Reflect On
- How can couples nurture lasting love beyond initial passion?
- What habits support deep, enduring partnership?
A Different Perspective
Love requires active effort, not just emotion.
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