Alarms Quote by Jeremy Taylor
“So are the early unions of an unfixed Marriage: watchful and observant, jealous and busy, inquisitive and careful, and apt to take alarm at every unkind word. For infirmities do not manifest themselves in the first Scenes, but in the succession of a long Society.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The Whole Duty of Man, Jeremy Taylor, 1650
Early marriage is marked by vigilance and jealousy, but deeper flaws emerge over time through ongoing interaction.
In simple terms: Early relationships seem vigilant but later reveal deeper issues.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate patience and communication in long-term partnerships.
Themes
marriage
jealousy
observation
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
analytical
advisory
When to use this quote
- counseling
- marriage workshops
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
relationship dynamics
long-term compatibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What signs indicate deeper incompatibility?
- How can couples address emerging flaws?
A Different Perspective
Patience alone cannot fix underlying incompatibility.
