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Drink to me only with thine eyes, And I will pledge with mine Or leave a kiss but in the cup And Ill not look for wine
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"Drink to me only with thine eyes, And I will pledge with mine; Or leave a kiss but in the cup And I'll not look for wine"

- Ben Jonson

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This quote by Ben Jonson is a romantic plea for an enthusiast to reveal their affection without the need for material things. The speaker is asking their precious to show their love through their eyes, and in return, they will promise their love with their own eyes. The speaker is likewise suggesting that a kiss can be left in the cup instead of wine, suggesting that the kiss is better than any material item. This quote is a beautiful reminder that love is not determined by material things, however by the connection in between two people. It is a tip that love is not about what we can provide each other, however about what we can share with each other. This quote is a gorgeous suggestion that love is not about what we can offer each other, however about what we can show each other. It is a reminder that love is not determined by product things, however by the connection between two people.

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Ben Jonson This quote is written / told by Ben Jonson between June 11, 1572 and August 6, 1637. He was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 30 other quotes.

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