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Endure Quote by Cassandra Clare

“Is that what you are doing? Enduring? Surely an engaged woman should be happier.” His light eyes raked her. “A heart divided against itself cannot stand, as they say. You love them both, and it tears you apart.” quote by Cassandra Clare
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“Is that what you are doing? Enduring? Surely an engaged woman should be happier.” His light eyes raked her. “A heart divided against itself cannot stand, as they say. You love them both, and it tears you apart.”

Cassandra Clare

About This Quote

Source Novel: Clockwork Princess, Cassandra Clare, 2013

A conflicted heart cannot sustain itself; divided loyalties cause inner turmoil.

In simple terms: Love split between two leads to pain.

Key Takeaway

Seek clarity before committing.

Themes

love conflict identity

Mood

conflicted reflective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationship decision
  • family dispute
  • career choice
  • ethical dilemma

Key Concepts

dual loyalty emotional division self‑sabotage

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does your heart truly desire?
  • Can you reconcile opposing feelings?
A Different Perspective

Choosing one side may cause loss of the other.

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