Quote by Kahlil Gibran

Hallow the body as a temple to comeliness and sanctify the heart as a sacrifice to love; love recompenses the adorers.

Hallow the body as a temple to comeliness and sanctify the h

Summary

In this quote, the speaker emphasizes the importance of both physical and emotional aspects of love. By referring to the body as a temple and highlighting its beauty, it suggests the need to care for one's appearance as a way to show reverence for love. Additionally, sanctifying the heart as a sacrifice implies the willingness to make selfless acts of love. The quote also suggests that love rewards those who truly worship it, implying that when love is given with sincerity and devotion, it brings a sense of fulfillment and reciprocation.

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Beauty Love

By Kahlil Gibran

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