Longing Quote by Marilynne Robinson
““When she had been married a little while, she concluded that love was half a longing of a kind that possession did nothing to mitigate.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Housekeeping by Marilynne Robinson, 1980
Love is portrayed as a yearning that cannot be satisfied by ownership alone, highlighting emotional longing over possession.
In simple terms: Love is a longing, not solved by owning.
Key Takeaway
Recognize love's emotional depth beyond possession.
Themes
love
longing
possession
emotional need
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- marriage
- relationship counseling
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Attachment
yearning
relational dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate love from attachment?
- Can possession ever fulfill emotional longing?
A Different Perspective
Love may persist despite attempts to control it.
