Band Quote by William Shakespeare
![“in that small [time] most greatly lived this star of England: Fortune made his sword, By which the world's best garden he achiev'd And left it to his son imperial lord. Henry the Sixth, in infant bands crown'd King of France and England did this King succeed; Whose state so many of had the…” quote by William Shakespeare](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ec7/william-shakespeare-4_band_in-that-small-time-most-greatly-lived-th_1297720.jpg)
“in that small [time] most greatly lived this star of England: Fortune made his sword, By which the world's best garden he achiev'd And left it to his son imperial lord. Henry the Sixth, in infant bands crown'd King of France and England did this King succeed; Whose state so many of had the managing, That they lost France and made his England bleed.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Henry VI, Part 1, Act 2, Scene 3
A young king’s early triumphs lead to later loss and suffering.
In simple terms: Early success can mask future downfall.
Key Takeaway
Beware hubris in early victories.
Themes
power
legacy
hubris
Mood
cautionary
reflective
Type
historical
political
When to use this quote
- leadership decisions
- national policy
- military strategy
Key Concepts
political ambition
historical cycles
Questions to Reflect On
- How can leaders plan for long‑term consequences?
- What lessons does history teach about early triumphs?
A Different Perspective
Success without foresight can cause greater loss.
