Confusion Quote by John Dos Passos
“I never understood exactly why people get engaged--The only time I ever did the most disastrous things happened--but I feel that there's a great deal to be said for immediate matrimony always. If I once got started I'd probably have to become a mormon to cover my confusion. What I mean is that if he and she are crazy about each other it is sheer tempting God to stay apart, come what may. And if people arent crazy about each other being engaged wont help them.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Big Money, John Dos Passos, 1936
The speaker questions the timing of marriage, suggesting that intense mutual passion may justify immediate commitment, while cautioning that lack of shared enthusiasm makes engagement futile.
In simple terms: Passion may justify quick marriage, but without mutual excitement, engagement fails.
Key Takeaway
Consider the depth of shared passion before committing.
Themes
love
commitment
passion
marriage
relationships
Mood
skeptical
thoughtful
Type
advice
personal
When to use this quote
- dating
- engagement
- marriage counseling
Key Concepts
immediacy
social expectations
personal doubt
Questions to Reflect On
- Is immediate marriage always wise when passion is high?
- How do you assess long‑term compatibility beyond excitement?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize impulsive decisions, ignoring practical compatibility.
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