As honour, love, obedience, troops of friends, / I must not look to have; but, in their stead, / Curses, not loud but deep, mouth-honour, breath, / Which the poor heart would fain deny, and dare not" (5.3.25-28).
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Britain is A world by itself, and we will nothing pay For wearing our own noses.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that Britain is unique and independent, and there is no need to conform to external expectations.
In this quote, Shakespeare expresses the idea that Britain, as a distinct entity, holds its own identity and values. The phrase 'we will nothing pay for wearing our own noses' highlights the importance of authenticity and pride in one's national character, implying that one should not compromise their individuality or cultural essence to satisfy outside pressures or demands.
Themes
BritainIdentityAuthenticityIndependenceCulture
In practice
Example use cases
During a discussion about national pride and identity, this quote can be used to emphasize the importance of being true to oneself.
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