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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What seest thou else_x000D_ _x000D_ In the dark backward and abysm of time?
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects on the contemplation of time and existence.
William Shakespeare's quote invites deep reflection on the nature of time and our understanding of existence. The phrase 'dark backward and abysm of time' suggests an exploration of the unknown past, prompting individuals to ponder their own place in history and the mysteries that lie beyond human comprehension.
Themes
TimeExistenceReflectionPhilosophyHistory
In practice
Example use cases
During a philosophy lecture discussing the nature of time.
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