Quote by George Jean Nathan

Love demands infinitely less than friendship.

Love demands infinitely less than friendship.

Summary

This quote suggests that love requires less than friendship in terms of expectations and demands. While friendship often involves offering support, trust, and companionship, love embraces a deeper connection emphasizing selflessness, empathy, and sacrifice. Love demands a boundless willingness to put someone else's needs above our own, whereas friendship may require less intensity and commitment. By comparing the two, the quote highlights that love asks for less in return but has the potential to reach greater depths in terms of emotional attachment and spiritual fulfillment.

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By George Jean Nathan

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