Does anyone know what the true meaning of love is? Maybe this will help clarify the definition...

Love is never wasted, it causes
more pain than anything on this earth, yet can be gentle as rain.
Tried in the fire of trust, it's an ever
burning need, waiting to be set free.
Love cannot be hastened, it is a long process of time.
Men have lived for it and died for it. Been confused because of it and tried to possess it.
Often refrained from it, been changed by it.
Love causes heartache and tears, yet love can wipe the tears from our eyes.
It defines a man and also confines a man.
It is a paradox of truth, it can wound the soul, yet heal a broken heart.
Once given, true love will never depart...