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“Forbear, thou great good husband, little ant.” quote by Richard Lovelace
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“Forbear, thou great good husband, little ant.”

Richard Lovelace

About This Quote

Source Poem: To Lucasta, Going to the War, 1649

Encourages patience and humility in marriage, likening the spouse to a diligent ant.

In simple terms: Be patient and humble in marriage.

Key Takeaway

Practice steady, humble effort.

Themes

marriage patience humility

Mood

reflective gentle

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily life
  • family planning
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

relationships service diligence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance humility with self‑care?
  • What small acts strengthen your marriage?
A Different Perspective

May overlook personal needs for the partner.

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