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“The god of love had shot all his arrows, but could never pierce his heart, till at length he put himself into the bow.” quote by Henry Scougal
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““The god of love had shot all his arrows, but could never pierce his heart, till at length he put himself into the bow.””

Henry Scougal

About This Quote

The god of love, unable to affect his own heart, ultimately uses himself as a weapon, implying self‑destruction.

In simple terms: Even love’s deity cannot heal himself, turning into a weapon.

Key Takeaway

Beware self‑destructive love.

Themes

love self‑destruction myth paradox

Mood

tragic introspective

Type

mythic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • self‑harm
  • emotional turmoil

Key Concepts

mythology psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why does love become a weapon?
  • Can love ever heal itself?
A Different Perspective

Self‑destruction may be inevitable when love fails.

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