Body Quote by Djuna Barnes
“Love becomes the deposit of the heart, analogous in all degrees to the 'findings' in a tomb. As in one will be charted the taken place of the body, the raiment, the utensils necessary to its other life, so in the heart of the lover will be traced, as an indelible shadow, that which he loves.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Nightwood by Djuna Barnes, 1936
Love is portrayed as an enduring imprint on the heart, mirroring how a tomb preserves the material remains of a body, suggesting that love leaves an indelible mark that defines identity.
In simple terms: Love leaves a lasting mark on us.
Key Takeaway
Cherish deep connections.
Themes
love
memory
identity
loss
legacy
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- relationship therapy
- artistic expression
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
romanticism
existentialism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does love shape your sense of self?
- Can love be both a comfort and a burden?
A Different Perspective
Love may idealize loss, overlooking practical realities.
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