Good lord Quote by William Shakespeare
““Here is the indictment of the good Lord Hastings; Which in a set hand fairly is engross'd That it may be to-day read o'er in Paul's. And mark how well the sequel hangs together: Eleven hours I have spent to write it over, For yesternight by Catesby was it sent me; The precedent was full as long a-doing; And yet within these five hours Hastings liv'd, Untainted, unexamin'd, free, at liberty. Here's a good world the while! Who is so gros That cannot see this palpable device? Yet who's so bold but says he sees it not? Bad is the world; and all will come to nought, When such ill dealing must be seen in thought.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Henry VI, Part 2, 1591
The speaker critiques corruption, noting how power hides injustice while the innocent remain free.
In simple terms: Corruption hides while the innocent thrive.
Key Takeaway
Expose and challenge corrupt systems.
Themes
politics
corruption
justice
Mood
somber
critical
Type
dramatic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- activism
- legal reform
- public awareness
Key Concepts
power dynamics
moral decay
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions can individuals take against corruption?
- How does power conceal wrongdoing?
A Different Perspective
Change can be slow and met with resistance, limiting impact.
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