Adversaries Quote by William Shakespeare
“Know my name is lost, By treason's tooth bare-gnawn and canker-bit; Yet am I noble as the adversary I come to cope.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act III, Scene 2, 1611
A character laments loss of identity, yet claims nobility despite betrayal and hardship.
In simple terms: Even when lost and betrayed, one can retain dignity.
Embrace resilience amid loss.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- legal battles
- creative writing
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines true nobility?
- How do you maintain self‑respect?
Nobility may be self‑perception, not external validation.