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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Farewell, my sister, fare thee well. The elements be kind to thee, and make Thy spirits all of comfort: fare thee well.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses a heartfelt farewell to a loved one, wishing them comfort and kindness in their journey.
In this poignant farewell, Shakespeare conveys deep emotions associated with parting from a beloved sister. The speaker expresses a desire for her well-being and comfort, indicating the bond of affection and care that exists between them. The quote reflects on the themes of love, loss, and the bittersweet nature of goodbyes, emphasizing the hope for the loved one's happiness in the face of separation.
Themes
FarewellSisterComfortLovePartingRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
During a family gathering, one might use this quote to express feelings at the departure of a loved one.
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