Antonio: Will you stay no longer? nor will you not that I…
“Antonio: Will you stay no longer? nor will you not that I go with you? Sebastian: By your patience, no. My stars shine darkly over me; the malignancy of my fate might, perhaps, distemper yours; therefore I shall crave of you your leave that I may bear my evils alone. It were a bad recompense for your love to lay any of them on you.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A lover asks to be freed from a painful bond, fearing his own suffering will harm the beloved.
In simple terms: Love may require separation to protect both parties.
Key Takeaway
Consider letting go to prevent mutual suffering.
Themes
love
sacrifice
self‑preservation
Mood
tragic
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- marriage
- family conflict
- illness
- emotional distress
Key Concepts
tragic romance
duty
fate
Questions to Reflect On
- Is love always worth personal sacrifice?
- How can one protect a loved one without abandoning them?
A Different Perspective
Leaving may cause deeper grief if not handled gently.