Edifice Quote by Margaret Atwood
““One does not make love to a minor religious edifice.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Literary Critique, 2015
Love should not be directed toward mere symbols or institutions; it belongs to living beings.
In simple terms: Love isn’t for inanimate symbols.
Seek authentic, living connections.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationships
- spiritual practice
- art criticism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “minor religious edifice” symbolize for you?
- How do you differentiate genuine love from reverence?
Symbols can inspire profound feelings.