Death Quote by John Donne
“We asked none leave to love; nor will we owe Any, so cheap a death, as saying, Go.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Holy Sonnets, Sonnet 10, 1609
The speaker rejects superficial love and cheap sacrifice, insisting on genuine, costly devotion rather than hollow gestures.
In simple terms: Reject cheap love; demand true sacrifice.
Key Takeaway
Value authentic commitment over easy gestures.
Themes
love
sacrifice
authenticity
values
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- spiritual practice
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
existentialism
ethical commitment
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true love require of you?
- Is sacrifice always noble?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical consequences of extreme devotion.
