Quote by Sextus Propertius

Love never offers to anyone wings so easy that he does not hold him back with his other hand.

Love never offers to anyone wings so easy that he does not h

Summary

This quote suggests that while love can be uplifting and inspiring, it also has the power to hold us back or hinder our progress. Love can be both a source of motivation and a barrier, as it often requires sacrifices and compromises. It implies that love is a contradictory force, giving us wings to soar but also keeping us grounded or restricting us in some way. Ultimately, love is a complex and multidimensional experience that can simultaneously empower and constrain us.

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Love

By Sextus Propertius

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