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'll make my heaven in a lady's lap
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses the idea that love and intimacy can create a personal paradise.
In this quote, Shakespeare suggests that the affection and comfort found in a woman's embrace can bring profound joy and fulfillment. It illustrates the powerful connection between love and personal happiness, implying that such intimate relationships are a source of true bliss, akin to experiencing heaven on earth.
Themes
LoveHeavenIntimacyParadiseHappiness
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a wedding speech to highlight the importance of love in creating a joyful life.
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