Quote by Jane Austen

Happiness in marriage is entirely a matter of chance. If the dispositions of the parties are ever so well known to each other or ever so similar beforehand, it does not advance their felicity in the least. They always continue to grow sufficiently unlike afterwards to have their share of vexation; and it is better to know as little as possible of the defects of the person with whom you are to pass your life.

Happiness in marriage is entirely a matter of chance. If the

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This quote suggests that the happiness found in a marriage is based solely on luck or chance. Even if a couple is well acquainted or have similar personalities before getting married, it does not guarantee a happy marriage. The quote implies that couples will inevitably discover each other's flaws and differences after marriage, leading to moments of frustration. Therefore, it argues that it is actually better to know as little as possible about the other person's imperfections when committing to spend a lifetime together.

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