Patience Quote by William Shakespeare
““For 'tis your thoughts that now must deck our kings, Carry them here and there; jumping o'er times, Turning the accomplishment of many years Into an hour-glass: for the which supply, Admit me Chorus to this history; Who prologue-like your humble patience pray, Gently to hear, kindly to judge, our play.””
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 2, Scene 1
The passage reflects on the fleeting nature of time and the weight of history on individuals.
In simple terms: Time is brief; history burdens us.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the transience of achievements.
Themes
time
history
humanity
Mood
thoughtful
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- philosophical contemplation
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
impermanence
legacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal ambition with historical expectations?
- What does “hour‑glass” symbolize for you?
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