Marius and Cosette were in the dark in regard to each other. They did not speak, they did not bow, they were not acquainted; they saw each other; and, like the stars in the sky separated by millions of leagues, they lived by gazing upon each other.

Victor Hugo
About This Quote

The idea of being in the dark is very common in the world of love. The idea is that you are not able to see the person you love. You have tried them out online, but have not met them in real life. You have spent countless hours with someone only to realize that they are just a chat buddy, not a significant other.

While there may be some truth to this idea, it is important for you to keep in mind that love does not have to be blind. Love can be something that is very passionate and strong with little or no chance of being lost due to intellectual ignorance.

Source: Les MisaRables

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