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Daylight Quote by William Shakespeare

“And private in his chamber pens himself, Shuts up his windows, locks fair daylight out, And makes himself an artificial night. Black and portentous must this humor prove” quote by William Shakespeare
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““And private in his chamber pens himself, Shuts up his windows, locks fair daylight out, And makes himself an artificial night. Black and portentous must this humor prove””

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Tempest, Act 5, 1611

Isolation creates an artificial darkness that hides truth.

In simple terms: Seclusion blinds us like night.

Key Takeaway

Beware self‑imposed ignorance.

Themes

isolation darkness truth

Mood

melancholic thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • mental health
  • creative work

Key Concepts

psychology self‑deception

Questions to Reflect On

  • What truths emerge in solitude?
  • How does self‑imposed darkness affect decisions?
A Different Perspective

Isolation can also foster introspection.

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