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“What made you fall in love with a prostitute?” “I didn’t understand it myself at the time. But I’ve thought about it since, and I think it was because, knowing that your body would never be mine alone, I had to concentrate on conquering your soul.” quote by Paulo Coelho
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“What made you fall in love with a prostitute?” “I didn’t understand it myself at the time. But I’ve thought about it since, and I think it was because, knowing that your body would never be mine alone, I had to concentrate on conquering your soul.”

Paulo Coelho

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Alchemist, 1988

Love involves sharing the soul, not possessing the body; true connection transcends physical ownership.

In simple terms: Love is soul‑sharing, not possession.

Key Takeaway

Focus on spiritual intimacy over physical claim.

Themes

love spirituality relationships

Mood

reflective romantic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • romantic partnership
  • personal growth
  • intimate communication

Key Concepts

soul connection self‑sacrifice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you nurture soul connection?
  • What fears prevent true intimacy?
A Different Perspective

Physical desire can distract from deeper bonds.

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