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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It is the bright day that brings forth the adder, and that craves wary walking.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Difficult situations often arise in seemingly positive circumstances, requiring caution.
This quote by William Shakespeare suggests that even the brightest days can conceal hidden dangers, represented by the 'adder', a type of snake. It serves as a reminder that joy and success can often come with their own risks, and thus one must remain vigilant and cautious, especially during times when everything appears to be going well.
Themes
CautionDangerWisdomVigilanceAdversity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech about navigating success while remaining aware of potential pitfalls.
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