Beloved Quote by Walter Savage Landor
“It is delightful to kiss the eyelashes of the beloved--is it not? But never so delightful as when fresh tears are on them.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Art of Love, 1823
Intimacy is heightened by sorrow; tears on a lover’s lashes make affection deeper.
In simple terms: Sorrow deepens love.
Key Takeaway
Embrace vulnerability in affection.
Themes
love
vulnerability
beauty
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
poetic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- relationship counseling
- poetry analysis
- creative writing
Key Concepts
romanticism
emotional contrast
Questions to Reflect On
- Why does sadness intensify affection?
- Is love stronger with shared sorrow?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize pain.
