Quote by Rainer Maria Rilke

Love consists in this, that two solitudes protect and touch and greet each other.

Love consists in this, that two solitudes protect and touch

Summary

This quote suggests that love is not about overpowering or overwhelming another person. Instead, it emphasizes the importance of two individuals coming together while cherishing their own uniqueness and individuality. Love is viewed as a connection between two independent individuals who offer each other space, understanding, and support. It signifies the beauty in the meeting of two separate solitudes, where protection, touch, and greetings serve as expressions of affection and connection between the two.

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