Thou Quote by William Shakespeare
““How many actions most ridiculous/Hast thou been drawn to by thy fantasy? CORIN: Into a thousand that I have forgotten. SILVIUS: O, thou didst then ne'er love so heartily!/If thou remember'st not the slightest folly/That ever love did make thee run into,/Thou hast not loved:/Or if thou hast not sat as I do now,/Wearying thy hearer in thy mistress' praise,/Thou hast not loved...””
About This Quote
Source Play: Love’s Labour’s Lost, Act 5, Scene 2, 1598
The dialogue questions whether true love is demonstrated through action or merely spoken praise, suggesting that love requires genuine commitment beyond flattering words.
In simple terms: Love needs real deeds, not just compliments.
Key Takeaway
Show love through consistent, sincere actions.
Themes
love
commitment
authenticity
communication
performance
Mood
dramatic
conversational
reflective
Type
theatrical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- friendship building
- personal integrity
- creative writing
Key Concepts
Elizabethan drama
philosophical dialogue
human desire
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you value actions over words in relationships?
- How can you demonstrate love without expecting praise?
A Different Perspective
Words alone can mask superficial affection.
