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Love Quote by George Crabbe

“Better to love amiss than nothing to have loved.” quote by George Crabbe
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“Better to love amiss than nothing to have loved.”

George Crabbe

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Village Schoolmaster, 1765

Loving imperfectly is better than never loving at all.

In simple terms: Love imperfectly beats not loving.

Key Takeaway

Embrace love despite flaws.

Themes

love imperfection choice

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical emotional

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • personal growth
  • self‑acceptance

Key Concepts

human nature emotional risk

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is it worth risking hurt for love?
  • How do you define “better” in love?
A Different Perspective

Love can cause pain if unreciprocated.

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