Benedick Quote by William Shakespeare
“A miracle. Here's our own hands against our hearts. Come, I will have thee, but by this light I take thee for pity. Beatrice: I would not deny you, but by this good day, I yield upon great persuasion, and partly to save your life, for I was told you were in a consumption. Benedick: Peace. I will stop your mouth.”
About This Quote
Source Play: "Much Ado About Nothing", Act II, Scene III, 1598
Characters grapple with love, persuasion, and mortality, revealing human vulnerability.
In simple terms: Love and persuasion expose human frailty.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the power of empathy and honesty.
Themes
love
persuasion
mortality
humanity
vulnerability
Mood
dramatic
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationships
- medical advice
- personal dilemmas
Key Concepts
dramatic irony
courtship
health
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance honesty with compassion?
- When is persuasion justified?
A Different Perspective
Persuasion can be manipulative.
