Quote by John Selden

Of all actions of a man's life, his marriage does least concern other people, yet of all actions of our life tis most meddled with by other people.


Of all actions of a man's life, his marriage does least conc

Summary

This quote implies that while marriage is a personal and private matter that should primarily concern the individuals involved, it often attracts the unwanted attention and interference of others. Despite being a deeply personal decision, people tend to meddle and pass judgment on others' marriages more than any other aspect of their lives. This reflects the tendency of human society to concern itself with matters that are not necessarily their business, especially in the context of relationships.

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Marriage
By John Selden
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