Ay me! for aught that ever I could read, could ever hear…
“Ay me! for aught that ever I could read, could ever hear by tale or history, the course of true love never did run smooth.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Acknowledges that true love is often fraught with obstacles and hardship.
In simple terms: Love rarely goes smoothly.
Accept challenges as part of love.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- courtship
- family feuds
- societal pressure
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What obstacles test your love?
- How do you navigate love's difficulties?
Even great love can be thwarted by external forces, not just personal failings.