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Amor Quote by José de Alencar

“Aurélia amava mais seu amor do que seu amante; era mais poeta do que mulher; preferia o ideal ao homem.” quote by José de Alencar
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““Aurélia amava mais seu amor do que seu amante; era mais poeta do que mulher; preferia o ideal ao homem.””

José de Alencar

About This Quote

Source Novel: O Guarani, 1857, literary passage

Aurélia loves her lover more than her lover loves her; she is more poet than woman, preferring ideals over men.

In simple terms: Aurélia values ideals and poetry over romantic love.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize personal ideals and creative expression.

Themes

love idealism gender roles

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • artistic pursuits
  • relationship choices

Key Concepts

poetry self‑realization

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does choosing ideals over love mean for fulfillment?
  • How can one balance personal ambition with relationships?
A Different Perspective

Societal expectations may conflict with personal ideals.

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