How does Donne address the notion of time in relation to love?

Time enhances love's beauty.

Time diminishes the value of love.

Time does not affect love.

Time is irrelevant in love.

Answer and Solution

B. Time diminishes the value of love.

Donne suggests that time can diminish love, as indicated by the transient nature of shadows throughout the day.

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