Divine Quote by William Shakespeare
“Against self-slaughter There is a prohibition so divine That cravens my weak hand.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Hamlet, William Shakespeare, 1603
Self‑destruction is forbidden by a higher moral law, restraining even the weakest.
In simple terms: Divine law forbids self‑harm.
Key Takeaway
Respect the sanctity of life.
Themes
morality
self‑harm
divine law
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
ethical
dramatic
When to use this quote
- counseling
- mental health crises
- ethical debates
- personal crises
Key Concepts
ethics
human frailty
spiritual restraint
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner conflicts arise when moral law opposes personal pain?
- How can compassion reconcile divine prohibition with human weakness?
A Different Perspective
Moral injunctions may clash with personal suffering.
