Quote by Ayn Rand

Love is the expression of one's values, the greatest reward you can earn for the moral qualities you have achieved in your character and person, the emotional price paid by one man for the joy he receives from the virtues of another.

Love is the expression of one's values, the greatest reward

Summary

This quote argues that love is the ultimate expression of one's values and the highest reward one can earn for their moral qualities. It suggests that love is not merely an emotion, but a transactional exchange where one person pays the emotional price to experience joy through the virtues of another individual. In essence, love is seen as the valuable and profound connection between individuals based on their character and mutual appreciation for each other's qualities.

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By Ayn Rand

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