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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I...Kisss the tender inward of thy hand.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a deep affection and intimacy towards a loved one.
In this quote, Shakespeare conveys a profound sense of love and tenderness through the act of kissing the inner hand of a beloved. This gesture symbolizes intimacy and affection, suggesting that true love involves a deeper connection that transcends mere physical attraction.
Themes
LoveAffectionIntimacyTendernessConnection
In practice
Example use cases
During a romantic dinner, this quote can be used to express feelings of love.
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