Helen Quote by Christopher Marlowe
““Was this the face that launched a thousand ships, And burnt the topless towers of Ilium? Sweet Helen, make me immortal with a kiss.— Her lips suck forth my soul; see where it flies...””
About This Quote
Source Play: Doctor Faustus, 1592
The speaker likens a lover’s kiss to the legendary beauty of Helen, claiming it grants immortality.
In simple terms: Kiss as immortalizing love.
Key Takeaway
Cherish powerful affection.
Themes
love
myth
immortality
Mood
poetic
dramatic
Type
literary
romantic
When to use this quote
- romantic poetry
- artistic inspiration
- celebrating beauty
Key Concepts
classical allusion
passion
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a kiss feel timeless?
- How do myths shape our view of love?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize unrealistic expectations.
![“[...]Since then it’s been passed from mother to daughter, along with The Face.” “The Face?” Lucas asked. “That Launched a Thousand Ships,” Daphne said, repeating the title automatically. “It’s our curse.” quote by Josephine Angelini](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ec2/josephine-angelini-2222_children_since-then-it-s-been-passed-from-mother_622446.jpg)
