Beauty Quote by Emily Dickinson
“Remember if you marry for beauty, thou bindest thyself all thy life for that which perchance, will neither last nor please thee one year: and when thou hast it, it will be to thee of no price at all.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Marriage” (attributed), 19th century collection
Marrying solely for beauty leads to a fleeting, unsatisfying partnership that loses value quickly.
In simple terms: Beauty alone makes a marriage short‑lived and empty.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper compatibility beyond looks.
Themes
love
marriage
beauty
longevity
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- courtship
- long‑term partnership
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
transience
value
expectation
Questions to Reflect On
- What qualities matter most for a lasting partnership?
- How can you balance attraction with deeper values?
A Different Perspective
Physical attraction alone cannot sustain lasting happiness.
