Quote by Johann von Goethe, (poems)

I do not now begin,--I still adore Her whom I early cherish'd in my breast; Then once again with prudence dispossess'd, And to whose heart I'm driven back once more. The love of Petrarch, that all-glorious love, Was unrequited, and, alas, full sad...(translated by Edgar Alfred Bowring)

I do not now begin,--I still adore Her whom I early cherish'

Summary

This quote reflects the enduring adoration and internal struggle of the speaker towards someone they have loved and cherished since early on. Despite trying to be prudent and let go of their emotions, they find themselves inevitably drawn back to this person's heart. The reference to Petrarch's love, known for being unrequited and sorrowful, adds a sense of melancholy to the speaker's own experience. This quote captures the profound longing and complexity of unrequited love, highlighting the emotional turmoil it can create.

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Unrequited Love

By Johann von Goethe, (poems)

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