Quote by Stevie Smith

Love is not love that wounded bleeds And bleeding sullies slow. Come death within my hands and I Unto my love will go.

Love is not love that wounded bleeds And bleeding sullies sl

Summary

This quote emphasizes that true love, or the essence of love, does not cause pain or harm. Love that brings suffering and leads to hurt is not genuine. The speaker suggests that they would choose death rather than inflict any harm upon their beloved, highlighting the purity and selflessness of their love.

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By Stevie Smith

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