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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Love's stories written in love's richest books. To fan the moonbeams from his sleeping eyes.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote highlights the profound nature of love and its ability to inspire beautiful stories and imagery.
In this quote by William Shakespeare, the poet emphasizes the depth and richness of love, suggesting that love's essence is captured in the narratives that surround it. The imagery of 'fan the moonbeams from his sleeping eyes' evokes a sense of tenderness and beauty, indicating that love transforms ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences, illuminating our lives with its presence.
Themes
LoveStoriesBeautyEmotionConnection
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a wedding speech to celebrate the beauty of love.
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