Famous quotes about love have withstood the test of time for good reason. These historical quotes are recognized by many and help summarize the thoughts and feelings that come with love. The following love quotes are as well known as the people who said them, and they’re great to add to greeting cards or other special gifts for your loved ones.
- We accept the love we think we deserve.” – Stephen Chbosky
- “You open your heart knowing that there’s a chance it may be broken one day and in opening your heart, you experience a love and joy that you never dreamed possible. You find that being vulnerable is the only way to allow your heart to feel true pleasure that’s so real it scares you. You find strength in knowing you have a true friend and possibly a soul mate who will remain loyal to the end. Life seems completely different, exciting and worthwhile. Your only hope and security is in knowing that they are a part of your life.” – Bob Marley
- “I saw that you were perfect, and so I loved you. Then I saw that you were not perfect and I loved you even more.” – Angelita Lim
- “Better to have loved and lost, than to have never loved at all.” – St. Augustine
- “The need for love lies at the very foundation of human existence.” – Dalai Lama
- “Where there is love there is life.” – Mahatma Gandhi
- “A loving heart is the truest wisdom.” – Charles Dickens
- “To be brave is to love someone unconditionally, without expecting anything in return.” – Madonna
- How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. I love thee to the depth and breadth and height My soul can reach.” – Elizabeth Barrett Browning
- “The best thing to hold onto in life is each other.” – Audrey Hepburn
