Climbing trees Quote by William Shakespeare
““But love, first learnèd in a lady's eyes, Lives not alone immurèd in the brain, But, with the motion of all elements, Courses as swift as thought in every power, And gives to every power a double power, Above their functions and their offices. It adds a precious seeing to the eye; A lover's eyes will gaze an eagle blind; A lover's ears will hear the lowest sound, When the suspicious head of theft is stopped: Love's feeling is more soft and sensible Than are the tender horns of cockled snails: Love's tongue proves dainty Baccus gross in taste. For valour, is not love a Hercules, Still climbing trees in the Hesperides? Subtle as Sphinx; as sweet and musical As bright Apollo's lute, strung with his hair; And when Love speaks, the voice of all the gods Makes heaven drowsy with the harmony. Never durst poet touch a pen to write Until his ink were tempered with Love's sighs.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Love's Labour's Lost, 1598
Love enhances all senses, granting extraordinary perception and power beyond ordinary abilities.
In simple terms: Love sharpens senses and empowers.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate love to heighten awareness.
Themes
love
perception
power
creativity
Mood
passionate
introspective
Type
poetic
literary
When to use this quote
- artistic inspiration
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
sensory amplification
emotional intensity
mythic metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- How does love change your perception?
- When can love become a hindrance?
A Different Perspective
Love can blind judgment and cause irrational decisions.
