Kill Quote by William Shakespeare
“Let us kill all lawyers”
About This Quote
Source Play: “Henry VI, Part 2” by William Shakespeare, 1591
A satirical jab at lawyers, suggesting they are harmful to society and should be eliminated.
In simple terms: Lawyers are portrayed as societal threats.
Critique legal power.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- courtroom debates
- political rallies
- media commentary
- legal reform discussions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives to legal reform exist?
- How does satire influence public perception of law?
The statement is hyperbolic and not a literal call to violence.