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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Time is the old justice that examines all such offenders, and let Time try.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Time has a way of revealing the truth and holding individuals accountable for their actions.
This quote by William Shakespeare suggests that time serves as a natural form of justice, as it allows for reflection and examination of actions. Over time, the repercussions of one's deeds are revealed, and ultimately, it is time that decides what is just and fair regarding our choices and behaviors.
Themes
TimeJusticeTruthReflectionAccountability
In practice
Example use cases
In a graduation speech, you might use this quote to emphasize the importance of patience and reflection.
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