Thou - why, thou wilt quarrel with a man that hath a hair…
““Thou - why, thou wilt quarrel with a man that hath a hair more or a hair less in his beard than thou hast. Thou wilt quarrel with a man for cracking nuts, having no other reason but because thow hast hazel eyes. What eye but such an eye would spy out such a quarrel? Thy head is as full of quarrels as an egg is full of meat, and yet thy head hath been beaten as addle as an egg for quarreling. Thou hast quarreled with a man for coughing in the street because he hath wakened thy dog that hath lain asleep in the sun. Didst thou not fall out with a tailor for wearing his new doublet before Easter? With another, for tying his new shoes with old ribbon? And yet thou wilt tutor me from quarreling?””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
People often argue over trivial differences, letting minor grievances dominate their thoughts and actions.
In simple terms: Quarrels over petty things waste energy.
Key Takeaway
Avoid needless conflicts.
Themes
conflict
triviality
human nature
Mood
irritated
reflective
Type
advice
observational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- workplace
- family gatherings
- online discussions
- public spaces
Key Concepts
petty grievances
social friction
Questions to Reflect On
- What minor annoyance triggers your anger?
- How can you redirect focus from trivial to meaningful?
A Different Perspective
Not all disputes are harmful; some can reveal deeper issues.