Barren Quote by William Shakespeare
“He was too good to be Where ill men were, and was the best of all Amongst the rar'st of good ones- sitting sadly Hearing us praise our loves of Italy For beauty that made barren the swell'd boast Of him that best could speak; for feature, laming The shrine of Venus or straight-pight Minerva, Postures beyond brief nature; for condition, A shop of all the qualities that man Loves woman for; besides that hook of wiving, Fairness which strikes the eye- CYMBELINE.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Twelfth Night, Act 2, Scene 4
A character is praised for his exceptional virtue among both good and ill men, highlighting his beauty and moral excellence.
In simple terms: He is praised for virtue and beauty.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and honor true virtue.
Themes
virtue
beauty
recognition
contrast
excellence
Mood
admiring
reflective
Type
literary
praise
character analysis
When to use this quote
- courtship
- artistic critique
- personal reflection
- social comparison
- esteem
Key Concepts
moral excellence
aesthetic ideal
social perception
Questions to Reflect On
- What qualities truly define excellence?
- How does admiration affect our judgment?
A Different Perspective
The praise may overlook flaws or be biased by personal affection.
