Beauty Quote by Walter Raleigh
“If thou marry beauty, thou bindest thyself all thy life for that which, perchance, will neither last nor please thee one year.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Nymph's Reply to the Shepherd", 1600
Marrying solely for beauty binds one to fleeting, unsatisfying pleasure that will not endure.
In simple terms: Beauty alone leads to temporary, unsatisfying love.
Seek lasting values beyond superficial attraction.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- marriage decisions
- relationship counseling
- personal values
- beauty standards
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What lasting qualities matter in a partnership?
- How can one balance beauty with deeper values?
Physical attraction fades; deeper connection needed.