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“I...Kisss the tender inward of thy hand.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“I...Kisss the tender inward of thy hand.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: Romeo and Juliet, Act 2 Scene 2, 1597

A lover expresses deep affection by wanting to kiss the gentle part of his beloved's hand.

In simple terms: Love is expressed through tender gestures.

Key Takeaway

Cherish gentle moments.

Themes

love romance intimacy

Mood

romantic poetic

Type

literary romantic

When to use this quote

  • weddings
  • first dates
  • intimate conversations

Key Concepts

affection poetry courtship

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you show tenderness in daily life?
  • What does “tender inward” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

May be overly poetic for modern contexts.

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