Quote by Oscar Hammerstein II

A bell's not a bell 'til you ring it, A song's not a song 'til you sing it, Love in your heart wasn't put there to stay, Love isn't love 'til you give it away!

A bell's not a bell 'til you ring it, A song's not a song 't

Summary

This quote highlights the transformative power of action and selflessness when it comes to love. It suggests that love, like a bell or a song, holds no meaning or purpose until it is expressed through giving and sharing. Love is not a static emotion that can be contained within one's heart, but rather, it finds its true essence when it is given away freely to others. Ultimately, love is meant to be shared and spread, and only through acts of love can it truly be realized and experienced.

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By Oscar Hammerstein II

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