Caesar Quote by William Shakespeare
““Here will I stand till Caesar pass along, And as a suitor will I give him this. My heart laments the virtue cannot live Out of the teeth of emulation. If thou read this, O Caesar, thou mayest live; If not, the fates with traitors do contrive.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Julius Caesar, Act 3 Scene 1, 1599
A speaker declares loyalty and willingness to sacrifice for Caesar, yet doubts the virtue of living without imitation.
In simple terms: Loyalty is expressed, but doubts about authenticity arise.
Key Takeaway
Consider the cost of blind allegiance versus authentic action.
Themes
loyalty
conflict
identity
Mood
tragic
contemplative
Type
dramatic
literary
When to use this quote
- political negotiation
- personal relationships
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
political drama
classical literature
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you ever follow a cause without questioning it?
- What does “teeth of emulation” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Blind loyalty can suppress personal virtue and lead to betrayal.
