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“Roses at first were white, Till thy co'd not agree, Whether my Sapho's breast, Or they more white sho'd be.” quote by Robert Herrick
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“Roses at first were white, Till thy co'd not agree, Whether my Sapho's breast, Or they more white sho'd be.”

Robert Herrick

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Angler", 1648

It muses on the color of roses, suggesting they might have been whiter if not for the speaker's lover's influence.

In simple terms: Roses' color depends on the lover's agreement.

Key Takeaway

Consider how relationships affect perception.

Themes

love perception nature

Mood

contemplative romantic

Type

literary poetic

When to use this quote

  • art criticism
  • relationship counseling
  • creative writing
  • floral design

Key Concepts

symbolism subjectivity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does love change how you see the world?
  • Can beauty be independent of opinion?
A Different Perspective

It assumes a single perspective on beauty.

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