Brother Quote by William Shakespeare
““But yet let me lament With tears as sovereign as the blood of hearts That thou my brother, my competitor In top of all design, my mate in empire, Friend and companion in the front of war, The arm of mine own body, and the heart Where mine his thoughts did kindle—that our stars Unreconcilable should divide Our equalness to this.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Henry V, Act 2, Scene 2
A speaker mourns the inevitable rivalry and bond with a close companion, feeling both love and competition in shared destiny.
In simple terms: A close friend can be both a rival and a partner in life's battles.
Key Takeaway
Accept complex relationships with both affection and rivalry.
Themes
friendship
competition
loyalty
conflict
identity
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
literary
dramatic
When to use this quote
- military campaigns
- political alliances
- personal relationships
- team projects
Key Concepts
dualism
human connection
shared destiny
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance rivalry and camaraderie?
- What makes a partnership both supportive and competitive?
A Different Perspective
The intensity of rivalry may eclipse the bond, causing strain.
