Desire Quote by Honore d'Urfe
“The price of love is only love, ... one must love if one desires to be loved.”
About This Quote
Love’s price is love itself; desire and affection are mutually dependent.
In simple terms: Love costs love; desire fuels it.
Key Takeaway
Give love to receive love.
Themes
love
desire
reciprocity
relationship
philosophy
Mood
reflective
romantic
Type
Desire:1
French love:0
Ifs:0
Inspirational:0
Love:1
Love is:0
Love love:0
Only love:0
Price of love:1
Romantic love:0
Love Does:0
Price Love:0
Love Desires:0
Desires Loved:0
When to use this quote
- relationships
- self‑growth
- creative writing
Key Concepts
psychology
ethics
human behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “price of love” mean to you?
- How can you give love without expectation?
A Different Perspective
Love can become transactional, losing authenticity.
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