Quote by Jenny Holzer

Expiring for love is beautiful but stupid.

Expiring for love is beautiful but stupid.

Summary

This quote suggests that sacrificing oneself for the sake of love may be seen as admirable, yet it is also deemed foolish. It implies that losing one's life for the sake of love is not a wise decision, highlighting the contrast between the beauty of love and the irrationality of such extreme actions. The quote may encourage rational thinking and caution when it comes to pursuing romantic love, discouraging the idea of risking one's life for it.

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