Children Quote by Robert Frost
“There is no love. There's only love of men and women, love Of children, love of friends, of men, of God: Divine love, human love, parental love, Roughly discriminated for the rough.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unnamed, 1935 (attributed)
He distinguishes divine, human, and parental love, noting love's varied forms and inherent contradictions
In simple terms: Love appears in many forms, both sacred and ordinary
Recognize and honor the different loves in life
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family life
- community service
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate divine love from human love?
- Can love be truly unconditional?
Love can be exclusive or hierarchical, limiting inclusivity