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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a young woman in love always looks like patience on a monument smiling at grief
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote describes a young woman's enduring patience and strength in love, even amidst sorrow.
In this quote, William Shakespeare portrays the image of a young woman in love who embodies patience and resilience. The comparison to a monument indicates her unwavering stance, enduring pain and grief yet maintaining a smile, which signifies hope and steadfastness in the face of emotional turmoil. This suggests that true love often requires a combination of courage and endurance, highlighting the complexities of romantic relationships.
Themes
LovePatienceGriefSorrowStrength
In practice
Example use cases
A speaker at a wedding may use this quote to illustrate the strength of the couple's love.
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