Loke who that is most vertuous alway, Prive and apert, and…
“Loke who that is most vertuous alway, Prive and apert, and most entendeth ay To do the gentil dedes that he can, And take him for the gretest gentilman.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A virtuous person seeks to act kindly and be recognized as noble, despite imperfections.
In simple terms: Good people try to do right and be seen as noble.
Act kindly, accept imperfections.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily interactions
- leadership
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance virtue with personal flaws?
- When does seeking approval hinder authenticity?
Ideal behavior may clash with reality and self‑doubt.