Art love Quote by William Shakespeare
“Oh, she doth teach the torches to burn bright! It seems she hangs upon the cheek of night Like a rich jewel in an Ethiope’s ear, Beauty too rich for use, for earth too dear. So shows a snowy dove trooping with crows As yonder lady o'er her fellows shows. The measure done, I’ll watch her place of stand, And, touching hers, make blessèd my rude hand. Did my heart love till now? Forswear it, sight! For I ne'er saw true beauty till this night.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Romeo and Juliet, Act 2, Scene 2
The speaker marvels at a woman's extraordinary beauty, comparing it to bright torches and a precious jewel, feeling love and awe.
In simple terms: She is stunning, inspiring awe and love.
Key Takeaway
Allow beauty to inspire deep emotional response.
Themes
love
beauty
admiration
Mood
romantic
contemplative
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- courtship
- artistic inspiration
- personal reflection
- poetry analysis
Key Concepts
aesthetic appreciation
romantic idealism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true beauty mean to you?
- How does admiration affect your actions?
A Different Perspective
Beauty may be idealized beyond realistic expectations.
