Quote by Bertrand Russell

I have sought love because in the union of love I have seen, in a mystic miniature, the prefiguring vision of the heaven the saints and poets have imagined

I have sought love because in the union of love I have seen,

Summary

This quote expresses the speaker's motivation for seeking love. They believe that love encapsulates a glimpse of heaven, as it brings together the ethereal qualities depicted by saints and poets. The speaker perceives love as a divine and transformative force, embodying a profound connection and harmonious union.

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By Bertrand Russell

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