Quote by Victor Hugo

What a grand thing it is to be loved! What a far grander thing it is to love! The heart becomes heroic, by dint of passion.

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Summary

This quote conveys the profound beauty and significance of both being loved and loving someone else. It suggests that while being loved is a wonderful experience, to love someone else is even more extraordinary. The act of loving takes us beyond ourselves and elevates our hearts to heroic heights through the power of passion. It implies that being loved is a privilege, but to love another is a transformative and noble act that can profoundly shape one's character.

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By Victor Hugo

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