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“Is it perhaps the one necessity of love, that it be needed? And the one great human tragedy that it so rarely is?” quote by May Sarton
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“Is it perhaps the one necessity of love, that it be needed? And the one great human tragedy that it so rarely is?”

May Sarton

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Necessity of Love", 1970

Love is essential yet rare, making its absence a profound tragedy.

In simple terms: Love is needed but seldom found.

Key Takeaway

Cherish and seek love.

Themes

love necessity humanity tragedy relationships

Mood

reflective emotive

Type

personal philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • therapy
  • community building

Key Concepts

existentialism psychology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does love mean to you?
  • How can we foster love in society?
A Different Perspective

Love can be painful and complex.

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