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Friends Quote by George Savile

“Love is a passion that hath friends in the garrison.” quote by George Savile
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“Love is a passion that hath friends in the garrison.”

George Savile

About This Quote

Source Treatise: The Character of a Lover, 1668

Love is described as a fervent feeling that thrives among comrades in a shared community, likening it to a military garrison.

In simple terms: Love thrives among close friends.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate deep bonds within your community.

Themes

friendship community loyalty

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

philosophical social

When to use this quote

  • team projects
  • family gatherings
  • support groups

Key Concepts

social cohesion emotional intensity

Questions to Reflect On

  • In what ways do you protect love without restricting it?
  • How does community shape romantic expectations?
A Different Perspective

Love can become possessive if framed as a garrison.

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