Quote by Alphonse de Lamartine

To love for the sake of being loved is human, but to love for the sake of loving is angelic.

To love for the sake of being loved is human, but to love fo

Summary

This quote suggests that the motivation behind love can vary greatly. While it is human nature to love in the hope of receiving love in return, the quote elevates a higher level of love beyond that. It implies that to love purely and selflessly, with no expectation of reciprocation or personal gain, is something more divine and angelic. The quote encourages us to transcend our self-centered tendencies and strive for a love that is unconditional, genuine, and genuinely compassionate.

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Love

By Alphonse de Lamartine

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