Love Quote by William Shakespeare
““Boy, thou hast said to me a thousand times Thou never shouldst love woman like to me. VIOLA:And all those sayings will I overswear; And those swearings keep as true in soul As doth that orbèd continent the fire That severs day from night.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Twelfth Night, Act II, Scene 2
A lover confesses that no one else can love as he does, and vows to keep his promises despite hardships.
In simple terms: He loves uniquely and vows fidelity.
Key Takeaway
Honor love with commitment.
Themes
love
loyalty
conflict
Mood
melancholy
passionate
Type
literary
dramatic
When to use this quote
- courtship
- betrayal
- personal vows
Key Concepts
romantic devotion
honor
Questions to Reflect On
- Can love be truly unique?
- What does fidelity demand?
A Different Perspective
Love may be idealized and unrealistic.
