Aspect Quote by Leopold von Sacher-Masoch
“It is merely the egoism of the man, who wants to bury a woman like a treasure. All attempts at using vows, contracts, and holy ceremonies have failed to bring permanence into the most changeable aspect of changeable human existence, namely love.”
About This Quote
Love resists being fixed by vows or rituals; attempts to make it permanent reveal the ego’s desire to possess and control what is inherently fluid.
In simple terms: Love cannot be permanently secured by contracts.
Key Takeaway
Love is inherently changeable.
Themes
love
egoism
impermanence
rituals
control
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- marriage vows
- religious ceremonies
- legal contracts
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
human desire
possessiveness
transience
Practical Applications
- counseling on healthy attachment
- literary analysis of romantic idealism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to truly love without ownership?
- How do rituals shape our perception of love?
A Different Perspective
Some argue that commitment can deepen love, providing stability rather than confinement.
