Flood Quote by George Meredith
“A kiss is but a kiss now! and no wave of a great flood that whirls me to the sea. But, as you will! we'll sit contentedly, and eat our pot of honey on the grave.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Altar of Silence by George Meredith, 1855
The speaker dismisses romantic gestures as fleeting, preferring simple, shared comforts even in death.
In simple terms: Love is fleeting; choose lasting companionship.
Key Takeaway
Value everyday intimacy over grand gestures.
Themes
love
companionship
mortality
contentment
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
poetic
contemplative
When to use this quote
- marriage
- elderly care
- death rituals
- shared meals
Key Concepts
romanticism
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What simple moments sustain you?
- How do you balance romance with realism?
A Different Perspective
Romantic idealism may overlook practical needs.
