Quotation by

Bertrand Russell

Love is something far more than desire for sexual intercourse it is the principal means of escape from the loneliness which afflicts most men and women throughout the greater part of their lives.

Bertrand Russell

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Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Bertrand Russell is saying that love is not just about physical attraction or sex, but a deeper connection that helps people avoid feeling alone. He believes that most men and women experience loneliness for much of their lives, and love provides a way to overcome that isolation.

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