Quote by Victor Hugo

What a grand thing, to be loved! What a grander thing still, to love!

What a grand thing, to be loved! What a grander thing still,

Summary

This quote celebrates the profound experience of being loved and emphasizes the even greater significance of being able to love others. It suggests that love is both a beautiful gift to receive and a transformative capacity to possess. It implies that reciprocity and acts of love bring immense fulfillment and joy to our lives, making love a remarkable and essential aspect of our existence.

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By Victor Hugo

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