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“But are not some whole that we must make sick?” quote by William Shakespeare
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““But are not some whole that we must make sick?””

William Shakespeare

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Source Play: "Hamlet" by William Shakespeare, 1603

The speaker wonders if some larger entity must be made ill, hinting at moral corruption or societal illness.

In simple terms: Questioning if a greater whole is diseased.

Key Takeaway

Examine systemic flaws.

Themes

morality society illness philosophy

Mood

reflective serious

Type

dramatic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • political reform
  • organizational change
  • public health

Key Concepts

ethics political theory psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What signs indicate a systemic problem?
  • How can individuals contribute to healing a larger issue?
A Different Perspective

Addressing a whole's illness can be overwhelming.

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