Duty Quote by Hannah More
“While duty measures the regard it owes With scrupulous precision and nice justice, Love never reasons, but profusely gives, Gives, like a thoughtless prodigal, its all, And trembles then, lest it has done too little.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Duty of Love", 1790
Love acts without rational calculation, giving fully and vulnerably, unlike duty which is measured and precise.
In simple terms: Love gives freely, duty measures.
Key Takeaway
Embrace love’s generosity.
Themes
love
duty
emotion
philosophy
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- relationships
- family
- community service
- personal growth
Key Concepts
selfless giving
moral duty
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance love’s generosity with personal limits?
- When should duty guide actions over love?
A Different Perspective
Love can lead to burnout if not balanced with self‑care.
