--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I have never heard about any perfect…" description: "\"I have never heard about any perfect marriage. They say perfect marriages are made in heaven. Nobody comes back from there so maybe it is true, but wha..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4da/rajneesh-54_collide_i-have-never-heard-about-any-perfect-mar_1836887.jpg" --- # I have never heard about any perfect marriage. They say… ![“I have never heard about any perfect marriage. They say perfect marriages are made in heaven. Nobody comes back from there so maybe it is true, but what kind of marriage will those perfect marriages be? There will be no tension, there will be no individuality in the man or in the woman. They will…” quote by Rajneesh](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4da/rajneesh-54_collide_i-have-never-heard-about-any-perfect-mar_1836887.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4da/rajneesh-54_collide_i-have-never-heard-about-any-perfect-mar_1836887.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4da/rajneesh-54_collide_i-have-never-heard-about-any-perfect-mar_1836887.jpg) > “I have never heard about any perfect marriage. They say perfect marriages are made in heaven. Nobody comes back from there so maybe it is true, but what kind of marriage will those perfect marriages be? There will be no tension, there will be no individuality in the man or in the woman. They will never collide, they will never fight. They will be too sweet to each other. And too much sweetness brings diabetes! Marriage is an institution that teaches a man regularity, frugality, temperance, forbearance and many other splendid virtues he would not need had he stayed single.” [Rajneesh](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/rajneesh/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Idealized marriage is unattainable; perfection would erase individuality, conflict, and growth, making it unhealthy. **In simple terms:** Perfect marriage is impossible because it removes conflict and individuality. Key Takeaway Accept imperfection and embrace growth. Themes relationships marriage imperfection growth individuality Mood reflective thoughtful Type advice philosophical When to use this quote - couples counseling - personal development - conflict resolution - balancing intimacy - celebrating differences Key Concepts philosophy psychology social expectations Questions to Reflect On - What aspects of conflict contribute to personal growth? - How can couples nurture individuality while staying united? 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