I, that am rudely stamped, and want love's majesty To…
““I, that am rudely stamped, and want love's majesty To strut before a wanton ambling nymph; I, that am curtail'd of this fair proportion, Cheated of feature by dissembling nature, Deformed, unfinished, sent before my time Into this breathing world, scarse half made up, And that so lamely and unfashionable That dogs bark at me as I halt by them.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker laments feeling incomplete and judged, yearning for love and acceptance despite perceived flaws.
In simple terms: Feeling flawed and craving love.
Embrace your uniqueness despite criticism.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- artistic expression
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define worth beyond appearance?
- What steps can you take to love yourself as you are?
Confidence can be undermined by external ridicule.