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Drank Quote by Howard Pyle

“Marry," quoth Robin, laughing, and weighing the flask in his hands ere he drank, "methinks it is no more than seemly of you all to be glad to see me, seeing that I bring sight to the blind, speech to the dumb, hearing to the deaf, and such a lusty leg to a lame man. I drink to your happiness…” quote by Howard Pyle
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““Marry," quoth Robin, laughing, and weighing the flask in his hands ere he drank, "methinks it is no more than seemly of you all to be glad to see me, seeing that I bring sight to the blind, speech to the dumb, hearing to the deaf, and such a lusty leg to a lame man. I drink to your happiness, brothers, as I may not drink to your health, seeing ye are already hale, wind and limb.””

Howard Pyle

About This Quote

Source Short story: “The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood”, 1883

Robin humorously boasts about his powers to aid the disabled, then drinks to others’ happiness

In simple terms: Robin claims to help the disabled and celebrates others’ joy

Key Takeaway

Celebrate generosity and humility

Themes

humor generosity parody

Mood

playful lighthearted

Type

literary satirical

When to use this quote

  • festivals
  • charity events
  • friend gatherings
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

Altruism self‑deprecation

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you ever overstate your contributions?
  • How can humility be shown authentically?
A Different Perspective

Exaggeration may mask true intent

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