Cold Quote by Jonathan Swift
“Love why do we one passion call, When 'tis a compound of them all? Where hot and cold, where sharp and sweet, In all their equipages meet; Where pleasures mix'd with pains appear, Sorrow with joy, and hope with fear.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Love of the Youth” (attributed), Jonathan Swift, early 18th century
Love blends opposing emotions, creating a complex mix of pleasure and pain, joy and sorrow, hope and fear.
In simple terms: Love mixes opposite feelings.
Key Takeaway
Embrace love’s contradictions.
Themes
love
contradiction
emotion
duality
Mood
reflective
melancholic
thoughtful
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- artistic expression
- personal growth
Key Concepts
philosophy of love
emotional complexity
Questions to Reflect On
- What opposite emotions have you felt in love?
- How do you reconcile joy and sorrow?
A Different Perspective
Love’s paradox can cause confusion; not all relationships balance opposites.
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