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).
William ShakespeareRead
Awake, awake, English nobility! Let not sloth dim your horrors new-begot.
Interpretation
The quote urges the English nobility to awaken from complacency and take action against the emerging threats.
In this quote, Shakespeare calls on the English nobility to rise up and be vigilant against the new challenges and dangers that may arise, warning them that laziness and inaction can lead to dire consequences. It serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of being proactive and engaged in the face of adversity, emphasizing that one must not allow comfort and sloth to overshadow looming threats.
In practice
This quote could be used in a speech to inspire leaders to take action during a crisis.
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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