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Love Quote by William Shakespeare

“This is the very ecstasy of love, Whose violent property fordoes itself And leads the will to desperate undertakings As oft as any passion under heaven That does afflict our natures.” quote by William Shakespeare
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““This is the very ecstasy of love, Whose violent property fordoes itself And leads the will to desperate undertakings As oft as any passion under heaven That does afflict our natures.””

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: Romeo and Juliet, Act 2, Scene 2, 1597

Love can be an overwhelming, almost violent force that drives people to extreme actions, both ecstatic and desperate.

In simple terms: Love is intense, can feel violent, and pushes us to extremes.

Key Takeaway

Channel love’s intensity into constructive passion.

Themes

love passion intensity human desire

Mood

romantic dramatic poetic

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • artistic expression
  • personal growth
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

emotional fervor psychology of love risk-taking

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives you to act passionately?
  • When does passion become destructive?
A Different Perspective

Love’s intensity can also lead to harm if unchecked.

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