Alteration Quote by Susie Steiner
““Love is not love which alters when it alteration finds.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Sonnet 116, William Shakespeare, 1609
True love remains unchanged even when circumstances alter; if love shifts with change, it was never genuine love.
In simple terms: Real love does not change with circumstances.
Key Takeaway
Love must be constant to be true.
Themes
love
constancy
change
loyalty
Mood
romantic
steadfast
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationships
- marriage
- friendships
- personal values
Key Concepts
unconditional love
permanence
Questions to Reflect On
- Does your love depend on conditions?
- How do you stay constant through change?
A Different Perspective
People and feelings naturally evolve, so absolute constancy may become unrealistic or unhealthy.
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