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“The romantic embrace can only be compared with music and with prayer.” quote by Havelock Ellis
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“The romantic embrace can only be compared with music and with prayer.”

Havelock Ellis

About This Quote

Source Book: The Psychology of Love, Havelock Ellis, 1905

Romantic love shares a profound, transcendent quality comparable to music and prayer.

In simple terms: Romance equals music and prayer.

Key Takeaway

Seek deep, soulful connections.

Themes

love spirituality art transcendence

Mood

poetic contemplative

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • artistic expression
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes love feel sacred?
  • How does music deepen intimacy?
A Different Perspective

Romantic idealism may overlook practicalities.

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