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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Lay on, McDuff, and be damned he who first cries, 'Hold, enough!
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of perseverance and courage in the face of adversity.
In this quote, Macbeth expresses a defiant attitude towards his enemies, urging his companion Macduff to continue fighting without yielding. The phrase suggests that true bravery lies in pushing forward, regardless of the challenges or consequences faced. It highlights the theme of undying resolve and the notion that surrender is a sign of weakness.
Themes
CouragePerseveranceBraveryAdversityDefiance
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a motivational speech to inspire an audience facing challenges.
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