Quote by Tanith Lee

A rose by any other nameWould get the blameFor being what it is--The colour of a kiss,The shadow of a flame.A rose may earn another name,So call it love;So call it love I will,And love is like the sea,Which changes constantly,And yet is stillThe same.

A rose by any other nameWould get the blameFor being what it

Summary

This quote suggests that the perception or labeling of something does not change its true essence. Using a rose as an example, regardless of what name it is given, it is still recognized for its beauty and symbolic qualities. Similarly, love can be compared to the sea; although it may vary in intensity and form, it remains constant in its fundamental nature. Ultimately, the quote highlights the idea that names or labels are subjective and do not alter the inherent nature of what they represent.

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By Tanith Lee

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