Draws Quote by George Henry Lewes
“Over the meeting of the lovers I draw a veil. The burst of rapture with which they clasped each other in a wild embrace -- the many inquiries -- the fond regrets and thrilling hopes -- it is out of my power to convey. Let me, therefore, leave them to their happiness.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Romantic Reflection, 1865
The speaker feels unable to capture the intense, complex emotions of lovers, choosing to let them enjoy their happiness instead.
In simple terms: Love’s depth is hard to describe.
Key Takeaway
Respect others’ private joy.
Themes
love
emotion
privacy
Mood
melancholic
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal letters
- art criticism
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
subjectivity
intimacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions are hardest to articulate?
- When should we stay silent?
A Different Perspective
Might oversimplify emotional nuance.
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