Quote by Cassandra Clare

That to love is to destroy, and that to be loved is to be the one destoryed

That to love is to destroy, and that to be loved is to be th

Summary

This quote suggests that when we love someone deeply, we can unintentionally cause harm or destruction to them. It implies that love has the potential to be powerful and consuming, to the point where it can bring about destruction or pain in the process. Additionally, it implies that being loved by someone can leave us vulnerable to being hurt or destroyed by their actions or emotions. It highlights the complexity and potential vulnerability that comes with love and the interconnectedness of destruction and being destroyed in the realm of love.

By Cassandra Clare

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