Quote by Thomas Occleve

If that thise men that lovers hem pretende, To women weren feythfull good and trewe, And dreden hem to deceyven or offende, Women, to love hem, wolde nat eschewe; But every day hath man an herte newe: Yt, upon oon, abide can no while. What fore ys it, swich a wight to be-gile?

If that thise men that lovers hem pretende, To women weren f

Summary

This quote points out that if men could genuinely pretend to be faithful and loyal to women, and genuinely feared hurting or betraying them, women would not avoid falling in love with them. However, since men seem to have a tendency to constantly change their hearts and affections, it begs the question why anyone would want to deceive such individuals. The quote challenges the notion of deceiving someone who cannot remain committed or loyal.

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By Thomas Occleve

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