Quote by Owen Meredith

The world is filled with folly and sin, And Love must cling, where it can, I say: For Beauty is easy enough to win; But one isn't loved every day

The world is filled with folly and sin, And Love must cling,

Summary

This quote suggests that in a world full of folly and wrongdoing, love is something worth holding onto whenever possible. It states that while beauty may be easily obtained, being truly loved is a rare and valuable experience that doesn't come around every day. It emphasizes the preciousness of love and the importance of cherishing and appreciating it when it is found.

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Beauty Love World

By Owen Meredith

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