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“Marriage enlarges the scene of our happiness and miseries. A marriage of love is pleasant; a marriage of interest, easy; and a marriage where both meet, happy. A happy marriage has in it all the pleasures of friendship, all the enjoyments of sense and reason, and, indeed, all the sweets of life.” quote by Joseph Addison
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“Marriage enlarges the scene of our happiness and miseries. A marriage of love is pleasant; a marriage of interest, easy; and a marriage where both meet, happy. A happy marriage has in it all the pleasures of friendship, all the enjoyments of sense and reason, and, indeed, all the sweets of life.”

Joseph Addison

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Spectator, No. 411, 1712

Marriage blends joy and sorrow; love, interest, and mutual respect create a fulfilling partnership.

In simple terms: Marriage mixes happiness and hardship; love and shared interests make it rewarding.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate love, respect, and shared goals.

Themes

love partnership happiness conflict

Mood

reflective optimistic

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • family planning
  • relationship counseling
  • marriage vows
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

philosophy social dynamics psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance personal interests with shared goals?
  • What role does friendship play in a lasting marriage?
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Neglecting communication can erode even the strongest bonds.

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