Quote by Gore Vidal

The important thing is not the object of love, but the emotion itself.


The important thing is not the object of love, but the emoti

Summary

This quote suggests that the focus should not be on who or what someone loves, but rather the genuine feeling of love itself. It implies that the significance lies in the experience of love, rather than the object that receives it. This quote encourages valuing the emotion of love as a powerful and transformative force that can bring joy, meaning, and fulfillment to one's life, regardless of what or who is the subject of that love.

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Love Inspirational Emotion
By Gore Vidal
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