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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O, a kiss_x000D_ _x000D_ Long as my exile, sweet as my revenge!_x000D_ _x000D_ Now, by the jealous queen of heaven, that kiss I carried from thee, dear, and my true lip_x000D_ _x000D_ Hath virgined it e'er since.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects the deep emotional connection and longing in love, transforming a kiss into a symbol of both exile and revenge.
In this quote, Shakespeare highlights the powerful emotions tied to a kiss, likening it to both a bittersweet memory and a source of personal strength. The speaker indicates that this kiss has been cherished despite the pain of separation, emphasizing how love can endure even in difficult circumstances.
Themes
KissLoveMemoryExileRevenge
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used during a romantic toast at a wedding to reflect on the power of love.
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