Amen Quote by William Shakespeare
““Amen, amen! but come what sorrow can, It cannot countervail the exchange of joy That one short minute gives me in her sight: Do thou but close our hands with holy words, Then love-devouring death do what he dare; It is enough I may but call her mine.””
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 5, 1611
Joy can outweigh sorrow; love’s brief moments can triumph over death.
In simple terms: Love’s joy defeats grief.
Key Takeaway
Cherish fleeting joy.
Themes
love
joy
transience
mortality
Mood
hopeful
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationships
- grief counseling
- artistic expression
- rituals
Key Concepts
philosophy
poetry
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What moments of joy sustain you during sorrow?
- How can you honor love while accepting loss?
A Different Perspective
Joy may be temporary and not resolve deeper pain.
