Answers Quote by Rollo May
“Generally, the shaking is consciously felt in its positive aspects — as the wonderful new heaven and earth which love with its miracle and mystery has suddenly produced. Love is the answer, we sing. Our Western culture seems to be engaged in a romantic - albeit desperate - conspiracy to enforce the illusion that that is all there is to eros.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Love and Will by Rollo May, 1969
The quote suggests that profound, transformative love feels like a new, miraculous creation, and that Western culture often reduces love to mere erotic desire.
In simple terms: Love feels like a new creation; culture often confuses it with sex.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper love beyond mere desire.
Themes
love
spirituality
culture
illusion
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- artistic creation
- spiritual practice
- cultural critique
Key Concepts
Romanticism
existentialism
mythology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we distinguish spiritual love from erotic desire?
- What cultural narratives shape our view of love?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook practical aspects of love and relationships.
