Quote by Samuel Johnson

Such is the common process of marriage. A youth and maiden exchange meeting by chance, or brought together by artifice, exchange glances, reciprocate civilities, go home, and dream of one another. Having little to divert attention, or diversify thought, they find themselves uneasy when they are apart, and therefore conclude that they shall be happy together. They marry, and discover what nothing but voluntary blindness had before concealed they wear out life in altercations, and charge nature with cruelty.


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Summary

This quote highlights a cynical view of the institution of marriage. It suggests that in many cases, people enter marriage impulsively or manipulatively, driven by infatuation or a sense of social obligation. However, once married, they discover the flaws and challenges in their partner and in themselves. Arguments and dissatisfaction become a recurring theme, leading to a realization that the expectations of happiness were misguided. The quote also implies that this suffering is a result of human nature rather than inherent cruelty in the world.

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By Samuel Johnson
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