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Blind Quote by William Shakespeare

“But, love, hate on; for now I know thy mind. Those that can see, thou lov’st; and I am blind.” quote by William Shakespeare
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““But, love, hate on; for now I know thy mind. Those that can see, thou lov’st; and I am blind.””

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Winter's Tale, Act 2, Scene 3

The speaker acknowledges love and hate intertwine, feeling blind to others' true thoughts while they perceive clearly.

In simple terms: Love and hate mix; I am blind to others' minds.

Key Takeaway

Accept uncertainty in relationships.

Themes

love perception blindness

Mood

reflective melancholy

Type

literary poetic

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

emotional insight self-awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you navigate love when you cannot see others' thoughts?
  • Can you trust your own perception?
A Different Perspective

Blindness limits understanding of others.

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