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Love Quote by Wilkie Collins

“It is true that love soars higher than the other passions; but it can stoop lower as well.” quote by Wilkie Collins
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““It is true that love soars higher than the other passions; but it can stoop lower as well.””

Wilkie Collins

About This Quote

Source Novel: No Name, 1862

Love can soar above other passions but also descend to low depths.

In simple terms: Love can be both lofty and degrading.

Key Takeaway

Guard love from being misused.

Themes

love passion duality morality

Mood

romantic cautionary

Type

literary psychological

When to use this quote

  • relationship counseling
  • literary analysis
  • personal reflection
  • spiritual guidance
  • artistic expression

Key Concepts

psychology ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives love's highs and lows?
  • How to maintain love's integrity?
A Different Perspective

It may idealize love's extremes.

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