Careful Quote by William Shakespeare
“Let us our lives, our souls, Our debts, our careful wives, Our children, and our sins, lay on the King!”
About This Quote
Source Play: Henry IV, Part 2, Act 2, Scene 1 (c. 1597)
The speaker urges surrendering all worldly burdens and sins to the king, symbolizing ultimate authority and absolution.
In simple terms: Lay all burdens on the king.
Key Takeaway
Trust in higher authority for relief.
Themes
authority
burden
spirituality
Mood
solemn
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious confession
- seeking guidance
- letting go of guilt
Key Concepts
theology
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What burdens can you release?
- Do you trust higher guidance?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on authority may limit personal responsibility.
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