Bells Quote by William Shakespeare
“But whate'er you are That in this desert inaccessible, Under the shade of melancholy boughs, Lose and neglect the creeping hours of time; If you have ever looked on better days, If ever been where bells knoll'd to church, If ever sat at any good man's feast, If ever from your eyelids wiped a tear, And know what 'tis to pity and be pitied, Let gentleness my strong enforcement be. . . .”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Tempest, Act 5
In a desolate place, melancholy shadows cause neglect of time; recall better days, feel pity, and let gentleness guide.
In simple terms: Melancholy leads to neglect; remember kindness and be gentle.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate gentleness amid sorrow.
Themes
melancholy
reflection
compassion
Mood
somber
hopeful
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- mental health
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
literature
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- How does remembering better days help?
- What role does gentleness play in hardship?
A Different Perspective
May be too poetic for direct guidance.
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