Antony-and-cleopatra Quote by William Shakespeare
““It were for me To throw my sceptre at the injurious gods; To tell them that this world did equal theirs Till they had stolen our jewel.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Hamlet, Act I, Scene 5, 1603
The speaker challenges divine forces, demanding equality and justice, even if it means confronting powerful gods.
In simple terms: Challenging powerful forces for fairness.
Stand up for justice despite powerful opposition.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political protest
- personal empowerment
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What injustice would you confront?
- Can one truly equal the gods?
Divine or institutional power may be unassailable.