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Adultery Quote by William Shakespeare

“O curse of marriage that we can call these delicate creatures ours and not their appetites!” quote by William Shakespeare
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“O curse of marriage that we can call these delicate creatures ours and not their appetites!”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: Romeo and Juliet, Act 2, Scene 2

Marriage can be a paradoxical bond, both tender and restrictive.

In simple terms: Marriage mixes love with constraints.

Key Takeaway

Respect mutual freedom within partnership.

Themes

love marriage paradox

Mood

thoughtful poetic

Type

advice literary

When to use this quote

  • relationship counseling
  • marital advice
  • literary study

Key Concepts

commitment dependency social norms

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can partners maintain individuality?
  • What expectations limit marital happiness?
A Different Perspective

Idealized romance may ignore power imbalances.

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