Hamlet Quote by Matthew Quick
““I prithee take thy fingers from my throat, For, though I am not splenitive and rash, Yet have I in me something dangerous, Which let thy wisdom fear. Hold off thy hand. —From Hamlet by Shakespeare””
About This Quote
Source Play: Hamlet, Act III, Scene IV, 1603
The speaker warns against meddling with dangerous inner forces, urging restraint to avoid harm.
In simple terms: Beware of inner dangers and act cautiously.
Key Takeaway
Exercise caution when confronting volatile emotions.
Themes
danger
self‑control
psychology
Mood
dramatic
warning
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- mental health
- personal safety
Key Concepts
inner conflict
emotional volatility
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner forces are you suppressing?
- When is it appropriate to intervene?
A Different Perspective
Caution may suppress necessary change.
