First sight Quote by Christopher Marlowe
“Where both deliberate, the love is slight: Who ever lov'd, that lov'd not at first sight?”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tragical History of the Life and Death of Doctor Faustus, 1604
Love often begins instantly; deliberate love feels shallow compared to sudden passion.
In simple terms: Love at first sight feels deeper.
Key Takeaway
Value spontaneous connections over forced affection.
Themes
love
spontaneity
authenticity
Mood
philosophical
romantic
Type
literary
When to use this quote
- first meetings
- arranged marriages
- online dating
Key Concepts
romantic idealism
human desire
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you trust love that develops slowly?
- Can deliberate love become authentic over time?
A Different Perspective
Forced love can lack genuine depth.
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