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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The sight of lovers feedeth those in love.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Love's beauty can inspire and uplift even those who are not in love.
This quote by William Shakespeare suggests that the presence and affection shared between lovers can enhance the emotional state of onlookers. Just as a feast nourishes the body, witnessing the love between others provides a kind of emotional sustenance or joy to those who experience it, regardless of their own romantic status.
Themes
LoveRomanceInspirationAffectionJoy
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a wedding speech to highlight the joyful influence of love on everyone present.
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