Desire Quote by William Shakespeare
“Being your slave what should I do but tend, Upon the hours, and times of your desire? I have no precious time at all to spend; Nor services to do till you require.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act I, Scene 2, 1611
A servant expresses devotion, offering all time and service to the master’s desires.
In simple terms: A loyal servant offers complete dedication.
Key Takeaway
Serve with unwavering commitment.
Themes
service
loyalty
power
desire
time
Mood
dramatic
philosophical
Type
literary
theatrical
When to use this quote
- courtly duties
- personal relationships
- mentorship
Key Concepts
feudal hierarchy
personal devotion
obedience
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true service mean to you?
- When does loyalty become self‑sacrifice?
A Different Perspective
Blind devotion can lead to exploitation.
![“Teaching might even be the greatest of the arts since the medium is the human mind and spirit. My three [great teachers] did not tell - they catalyzed a burning desire to know. Under their influence, the horizons sprung wide and fear went away and the unknown became knowable. But most important of…” quote by John Steinbeck](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/84c/john-steinbeck-71_art_teaching-might-even-be-the-greatest-of-t_1738.jpg)
