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“Men shut their doors against a setting sun.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“Men shut their doors against a setting sun.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Tempest, Act 2, Scene 2, 1611

People often close themselves off when faced with change or loss, symbolized by shutting doors against a setting sun.

In simple terms: People resist change, closing off opportunities.

Key Takeaway

Stay open to new possibilities despite endings.

Themes

change resistance sunset

Mood

melancholic hopeful

Type

literary reflective

When to use this quote

  • career transitions
  • relationship endings
  • personal growth
  • seasonal changes

Key Concepts

metaphor human nature acceptance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What doors have you closed in fear?
  • How can you welcome change?
A Different Perspective

Closing off can limit growth and lead to missed chances.

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