Arms Quote by Thomas Otway
“There is such sweet pain in parting that I could hang forever on thine arms, and look away my life into thine eyes.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Orphan, 1678
The quote expresses the bittersweet intensity of love that makes parting feel both painful and desirable, as if the lover wishes to remain forever in the beloved’s embrace.
In simple terms: Love can feel both painful and sweet, making parting desirable.
Key Takeaway
Embrace love fully, even its pain.
Themes
love
loss
longing
Mood
melancholic
passionate
Type
poetic
dramatic
When to use this quote
- relationships
- farewells
- intimate moments
Key Concepts
Romanticism
emotional intensity
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes parting feel sweet?
- How do you balance love’s pain with self‑care?
A Different Perspective
Love may idealize pain, overlooking healthier boundaries.
