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”
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.
Accept that imperfections affect relationships.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- relationship advice
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile love with human imperfection?
- Can marriage survive without idealism?
Love and marriage can thrive despite flaws with effort.