Arrested Quote by William Shakespeare
“A contract of eternal bond of love, Confirm'd by mutual joinder of your hands, Arrested by the holy close of lips, Strength'ned by the interchangement of your rings, And all the ceremony of this compact Seal'd in my function, by my testimony.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest (adapted) by William Shakespeare, 1623
Love is formalized through mutual vows, physical symbols, and solemn testimony, creating a binding, sacred partnership.
In simple terms: Love is sealed by vows and symbols.
Key Takeaway
Honor and uphold the commitments you make.
Themes
love
commitment
ritual
Mood
romantic
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- weddings
- engagements
- legal contracts
Key Concepts
marriage
symbolic acts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do symbols strengthen or replace true commitment?
- How can we keep promises alive?
A Different Perspective
Rituals can become empty without genuine intent.
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