Asks Quote by Honore de Balzac
“Marriage is a fierce battle before which the two partners ask heaven for its blessing, because loving each other is the most audacious of enterprises; the battle is not slow to start, and victory, that is to say freedom, goes to the cleverest.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Le Père Goriot by Honoré de Balzac, 1835
Marriage is a demanding partnership requiring divine blessing, cleverness, and freedom as the ultimate reward.
In simple terms: Marriage needs effort, blessing, and cleverness.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate partnership and wit.
Themes
marriage
partnership
spirituality
freedom
Mood
hopeful
serious
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- wedding vows
- marital counseling
- conflict resolution
- family planning
Key Concepts
love
commitment
strategic cooperation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can partners nurture cleverness together?
- What role does spirituality play in marriage?
A Different Perspective
Success depends on mutual growth, not just cleverness.
