Faith Quote by Thomas Kyd
““VICEROY OF PORTUGAL. ...My late ambition hath distain'd my faith; My breach of faith occasion'd bloody wars; Those bloody wars have spent my treasure; And with my treasure my people's blood; And with their blood, my joy and best belov'd My best belov'd, my sweet and only son. O, wherefore went I not to war myself The cause was mine; I might have died for both: My years were mellow, his but young and green; My death were natural, but his was forc'd.””
About This Quote
Source Play: The Spanish Tragedy, 1582
A father's grief over losing his son to war illustrates how personal ambition and betrayal fuel conflict and tragedy.
In simple terms: War and ambition cause personal loss.
Key Takeaway
Beware letting ambition drive you to war.
Themes
betrayal
family
war
ambition
Mood
tragic
reflective
Type
dramatic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family disputes
- political coups
- military decisions
- personal vendettas
Key Concepts
tragedy
political power
revenge
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal loss shape political decisions?
- Can ambition ever be justified?
A Different Perspective
The quote reflects a specific historical drama, not universal truth.
