Garments Quote by William Shakespeare
“Now the melancholy God protect thee, and the tailor make thy garments of changeable taffeta, for thy mind is opal.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 1, Scene 2, 1611
A wish for protection and adaptability, likening the mind to a mutable, beautiful gemstone.
In simple terms: May you be safe and adaptable, like a changing gem.
Key Takeaway
Embrace change and protect yourself.
Themes
protection
adaptability
mind
beauty
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
dramatic
metaphorical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- mental health
- creative expression
Key Concepts
Elizabethan drama
metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What changes are you resisting?
- How can you protect your mental wellbeing?
A Different Perspective
Changing circumstances can be unsettling despite beauty.
