Affection Quote by William Shakespeare
“I praise God for you, sir: your reasons at dinner have been sharp and sententious; pleasant without scurrility, witty without affectation, audacious without impudency, learned without opinion, and strange with-out heresy.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Comedy of Errors, Act 2, Scene 2, 1594
The speaker admires the add’s sharp, witty, and bold arguments that remain courteous and original.
In simple terms: He praises the sir’s clever, respectful speech.
Key Takeaway
Value respectful wit and originality.
Themes
compliment
eloquence
respect
Mood
playful
respectful
analytical
Type
literary
rhetorical
social
When to use this quote
- academic debates
- dinner conversations
- public speaking
- writing workshops
Key Concepts
rhetoric
humor
intellectual humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one balance boldness with humility?
- When does wit become pretentious?
A Different Perspective
May still appear overly formal or sarcastic to some listeners.
