Hands and feet Quote by Jeanette Winterson
““The love we seek overrules human nature. It has a wildness in it and a glory that we want more than life itself. Love never counts the cost, to itself or others, and nothing is as cruel as love. There is no love that does not pierce the hands and feet.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Written on the Body, Jeanette Winterson, 1992
Love is portrayed as a powerful, almost primal force that transcends rational self‑interest, demanding sacrifice and causing pain.
In simple terms: Love is a wild, demanding force that outweighs life itself.
Key Takeaway
Embrace love’s intensity, even its pain.
Themes
love
sacrifice
human nature
passion
Mood
intense
tragic
reflective
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- relationships
- creative work
- personal growth
- grief counseling
Key Concepts
existentialism
romanticism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance love’s intensity with self‑care?
- When does love become harmful?
A Different Perspective
Love’s idealization can ignore realistic boundaries and lead to unhealthy dependency.
