Marriage quote by Sydney Smith

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Marriage resembles a pair of shears, so joined that they cannot be separated often moving in opposite directions, yet al
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"Marriage resembles a pair of shears, so joined that they cannot be separated; often moving in opposite directions, yet always punishing anyone who comes between them"

- Sydney Smith

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This quote by Sydney Smith is a metaphor for marital relationship. The 2 shears represent a married couple, joined together and not able to be separated. The shears are frequently moving in opposite instructions, representing the disagreements and differences of opinion that can take place in a marital relationship. Nevertheless, the quote also suggests that the couple will always stay together, and anybody who attempts to come between them will be punished. This quote is a pointer that marriage is a dedication that needs to not be taken lightly, and that couples ought to make every effort to collaborate and stay united despite their differences. It also serves as an alerting to those who might try to interfere in a marriage, as they will not be successful in doing so.

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Sydney Smith This quote is written / told by Sydney Smith between June 3, 1771 and February 22, 1845. He was a famous Clergyman from England, the quote is categorized under the topic Marriage. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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