Quote by Francis William Bourdillon

As strong, as deep, as wide as is the sea, Though by the wind made restless as the wind, By billows fretted and by rocks confined, So strong, so deep, so wide my love for thee.

As strong, as deep, as wide as is the sea, Though by the win

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This quote compares the magnitude of love to the strength, depth, and vastness of the sea. It suggests that like the sea, love can be influenced by external factors such as the wind or obstacles like rocks. However, despite the restlessness and confinement, the love described here remains unyielding, emphasizing its unbreakable and intense nature.

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