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Love Quote by George Herbert

“Love is the true price of love.” quote by George Herbert
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“Love is the true price of love.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Pulley, 1629

Love demands a price, implying that true love requires sacrifice or cost.

In simple terms: Love costs something genuine.

Key Takeaway

Accept love’s necessary sacrifices.

Themes

love sacrifice value

Mood

contemplative serious

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • parenthood
  • friendship
  • spiritual devotion

Key Concepts

theology of love economics of relationships

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are you willing to give for love?
  • Is love always a fair exchange?
A Different Perspective

Sacrifices may not always be equal.

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