Bones Quote by William Shakespeare
“Good friend for Jesus sake forbeare, To digg the dust encloased heare! Blest be the man that spares thes stones, And curst be he that moves my bones.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Unknown (possible misattributed excerpt)
The speaker curses those who disturb his rest and blesses those who protect it, reflecting on respect for the dead and sacred spaces.
In simple terms: Respect for the dead; protect sacred places.
Key Takeaway
Honor the dead, avoid needless disturbance.
Themes
respect
death
sanctity
Mood
somber
thoughtful
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- funeral rites
- heritage preservation
- personal grief
- archaeology
Key Concepts
moral duty
spiritual reverence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance honoring the past with needed for change?
- What constitutes disrespect to the dead?
A Different Perspective
May ignore the value of progress or change.
