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Astronomy Quote by William Shakespeare

“Doubt thou the stars are fire; Doubt that the sun doth move; Doubt truth to be a liar; But never doubt I love.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“Doubt thou the stars are fire; Doubt that the sun doth move; Doubt truth to be a liar; But never doubt I love.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: Hamlet, Act 2, Scene 2

Expresses deep skepticism about external truths while affirming personal love as undeniable.

In simple terms: Doubt everything except love.

Key Takeaway

Trust love over external certainty.

Themes

skepticism love philosophy

Mood

contemplative romantic

Type

dramatic poetic

When to use this quote

  • relationship counseling
  • personal reflection
  • literary analysis

Key Concepts

existential doubt emotional certainty

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can love be a reliable truth?
  • How does doubt shape belief?
A Different Perspective

May overlook rational evidence in favor of emotion.

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