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The Economic Times
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Muskan Singh

French Proverb of the Day: 'The measure of love is to...'- A timeless lesson about compassion and selfless love

French Proverb of the Day : Proverb of the Day explores traditional sayings from around the world that continue to offer simple yet powerful lessons about life, relationships, emotions, and human nature. The French proverb of the day, “The measure of love is to love without measure, ” attributed to Saint Augustine, reflects the idea that true love is not limited by conditions, calculations, or expectations.

This beautiful saying suggests that genuine love cannot be measured like material things. It is not defined by how much someone receives in return, but by the kindness, care, and generosity they are willing to offer.

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