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Kissing Quote by Lord Byron

“'Tis melancholy, and a fearful sign Of human frailty, folly, also crime, That love and marriage rarely can combine, Although they both are born in the same clime; Marriage from love, like vinegar from wine - A sad, sour, sober beverage - by time Is s” quote by Lord Byron
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“'Tis melancholy, and a fearful sign Of human frailty, folly, also crime, That love and marriage rarely can combine, Although they both are born in the same clime; Marriage from love, like vinegar from wine - A sad, sour, sober beverage - by time Is s”

Lord Byron

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Dream" by Lord Byron, 1816

Human frailty and crime make love and marriage difficult, despite sharing the same origins, leading to a sour, inevitable outcome over time.

In simple terms: Love and marriage often clash because of human flaws.

Key Takeaway

Accept that imperfections affect relationships.

Themes

love marriage human frailty crime philosophy

Mood

melancholic reflective

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • relationship advice
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

existentialism tragic irony

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you reconcile love with human imperfection?
  • Can marriage survive without idealism?
A Different Perspective

Love and marriage can thrive despite flaws with effort.

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