Arms Quote by Oscar Wilde
“I have been right, Basil, haven’t I, to take my love out of poetry, and to find my wife in Shakespeare’s plays? Lips that Shakespeare taught to speak have whispered their secret in my ear. I have had the arms of Rosalind around me, and kissed Juliet on the mouth.”
About This Quote
The speaker claims to find love and emotional depth through Shakespeare’s characters, suggesting that literature can embody personal relationships and intimate experiences.
In simple terms: Finding love through Shakespeare’s characters.
Key Takeaway
Seek emotional truth in classic literature.
Themes
literature
love
identity
self‑discovery
romance
Mood
reflective
romantic
introspective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- reading Shakespeare
- personal reflection
- artistic inspiration
- romantic longing
Key Concepts
emotional resonance
artistic immersion
personal projection
Questions to Reflect On
- Which Shakespeare character resonates most with your own love life?
- Can art replace real relationships?
A Different Perspective
Literature can substitute for personal intimacy.
