Courtship Quote by Douglas William Jerrold
“A man is in no danger so long as he talks his love; but to write it is to impale himself on his own pothooks.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The School for Scandal, 1777
Expressing love verbally is safe; writing it exposes one's deepest feelings and risks.
In simple terms: Writing love is risky.
Choose words wisely when sharing love.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- romantic confession
- letter writing
- public speech
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is spoken love always safer?
- When does written love deepen connection?
Written love can be misinterpreted or cause vulnerability.