Asks Quote by John Greenleaf Whittier
“The simple heart that freely asks in love, obtains.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Simple Heart" by John Greenleaf Whittier, 1860
When one asks love openly and sincerely, love responds in kind.
In simple terms: Ask love openly, receive love.
Speak love honestly to receive it.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- courtship
- friendship
- family relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does vulnerability affect your relationships?
- What does “freely asks” mean to you?
May not account for unreciprocated feelings.