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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O Mistress mine, where are you roaming? O, stay and hear; your true love's coming, That can sing both high and low: Trip no further, pretty sweeting; Journeys end in lovers meeting, Every wise man's son doth know. What is love? 'Tis not hereafter; Present mirth hath present laughter; What's to come is still unsure: In delay there lies not plenty; Then, come kiss me, sweet and twenty, Youth's a stuff will not endure.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects on the fleeting nature of youth and love, urging one to embrace the present moment.
This quote from Shakespeare captures the essence of love as an immediate experience rather than a distant concept. It suggests that love should be cherished in the present because youth and opportunities are transient. The mention of journeys ending in lovers meeting emphasizes the idea of seizing the moment, as delaying may lead to missed chances. Ultimately, it celebrates the joy and laughter that come with love while acknowledging the uncertainty of the future.
Themes
LoveYouthPresentJoyRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
During a romantic evening, you might quote Shakespeare to express the importance of cherishing your relationship.
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