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“If love be a god, why should not lovers be virtuous?” quote by John Lyly
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“If love be a god, why should not lovers be virtuous?”

John Lyly

About This Quote

Source Play: 'Euphues' (1599)

If love is divine, then lovers should embody virtue, reflecting love’s sacred nature.

In simple terms: Divine love demands virtuous behavior.

Key Takeaway

Practice virtue in love.

Themes

love virtue divinity morality

Mood

thoughtful philosophical

Type

ethical romantic

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • courtship
  • ethical dilemmas

Key Concepts

ethical conduct spirituality human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can love be truly virtuous?
  • What virtues matter most in love?
A Different Perspective

Virtue may be idealized and hard to achieve.

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