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I loved you Quote by Robert Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Earl of Lytton

“I loved you ere I knew you; know you now, And having known you, love you better still.” quote by Robert Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Earl of Lytton
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“I loved you ere I knew you; know you now, And having known you, love you better still.”

Robert Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Earl of Lytton

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Love Song of Robert Bulwer-Lytton" (published 1865)

Love deepens as you learn more about a person, evolving from initial attraction to lasting affection.

In simple terms: Knowing someone improves love.

Key Takeaway

Allow love to grow with understanding.

Themes

love growth knowledge

Mood

affectionate hopeful

Type

romantic poetic

When to use this quote

  • long‑term relationships
  • friendships
  • parent‑child bonds

Key Concepts

intimacy personal development time

Questions to Reflect On

  • How has learning about someone changed your love for them?
  • What does “knowing” mean in love?
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