Devil Quote by Virginia Woolf
“Love ought to stop on both sides, don’t you think, simultaneously?’ He spoke without any stress on the words, so as not to wake the sleepers. ‘But it won’t - that’s the devil,’ he added in the same undertone.”
About This Quote
Love is portrayed as a mutual, reciprocal force that should cease simultaneously for both parties, highlighting the tension between desire and restraint.
In simple terms: Reciprocal love must end together.
Key Takeaway
Love’s balance is fragile.
Themes
reciprocity
desire
restraint
tension
dualism
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- intimate relationships
- conflict resolution
- emotional negotiation
Key Concepts
mutuality
self‑control
psychology
Practical Applications
- relationship counseling
- literary analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean for love to stop on both sides?
- How does this view challenge conventional romance narratives?
