Borrower Quote by William Shakespeare
“Neither a borrower nor a lender be. For loan oft loses both itself and friend, And borrowing dulleth edge of husbandry.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Hamlet, Act I, Scene 3 (c. 1600)
The proverb warns against lending or borrowing, suggesting it can ruin both money and friendship.
In simple terms: Lending and borrowing can damage relationships.
Key Takeaway
Avoid financial entanglements with friends.
Themes
trust
money
relationships
ethics
risk
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal loans
- business partnerships
- family finances
- friendship dynamics
Key Concepts
financial prudence
social bonds
Questions to Reflect On
- When is lending appropriate?
- How to protect friendships in financial matters?
A Different Perspective
May not apply to mutually beneficial agreements.
