Children Quote by Graham Greene
““Love is not wrong, but love should be happy and open -- it is only wrong when it is secret, unhappy . . . It can be more unhappy than anything but the loss of God. It is the loss of god. You don't need penance, my child, you have suffered quite enough.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The End of the Affair, 1951
Love should be joyful and open; secrecy makes it harmful, comparable to losing spiritual faith.
In simple terms: Open love is healthy; secret love hurts.
Key Takeaway
Seek openness in relationships.
Themes
love
faith
happiness
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- personal relationships
- spiritual guidance
Key Concepts
spirituality
psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you nurture openness?
- What fears keep love secret?
A Different Perspective
Open love can still cause pain if not balanced with honesty.
