Compare Quote by William Shakespeare
“I have been studying how I may compare This prison where I live unto the world; And, for because the world is populous, And here is not a creature but myself, I cannot do it. Yet I'll hammer it out.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 2, Scene 2, 1611
The speaker struggles to compare his confinement to the world, feeling isolated and incapable, yet resolves to persist.
In simple terms: Feeling trapped, but determined to keep trying.
Key Takeaway
Persist despite feeling powerless.
Themes
isolation
determination
existential
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
dramatic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- personal crises
- mental health
Key Concepts
self‑reflection
metaphor of prison
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “hammer it out” mean for you?
- How do you confront feelings of insignificance?
A Different Perspective
Self‑comparison may be futile.
