About This Quote
This quote from Robert Browning is a warning to those who engage in relationships with mortals. He’s warning them to be careful not to get too close because Eros, the god of love, is a fierce and uncontrollable creature. And, when you get too close to a mortal lover, your life will be filled with trouble.
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