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“Marriage follows on love as smoke on flame.” quote by Nicolas Chamfort
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“Marriage follows on love as smoke on flame.”

Nicolas Chamfort

About This Quote

Source Letter: Personal Correspondence, 1795

Love and marriage are intertwined; marriage follows love as naturally as smoke follows flame.

In simple terms: Marriage follows love like smoke follows flame.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate love before marriage.

Themes

relationships love marriage

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical romantic

When to use this quote

  • courtship
  • engagement
  • wedding planning

Key Concepts

intimacy commitment natural progression

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is love sufficient for lasting marriage?
  • What sustains a marriage after the initial spark?
A Different Perspective

Love may fade; marriage requires effort beyond initial passion.

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