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“Riotous madness, To be entangled with those mouth-made vows, Which break themselves in swearing!” quote by William Shakespeare
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““Riotous madness, To be entangled with those mouth-made vows, Which break themselves in swearing!””

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: "The Tempest", Act 2, Scene 1, 1611

Passionate vows can become chaotic and self‑destructive if not grounded.

In simple terms: Wild promises can turn chaotic.

Key Takeaway

Beware of reckless promises.

Themes

commitment madness language

Mood

cautionary dramatic

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • political pacts
  • creative projects
  • personal ambitions

Key Concepts

vows chaos self‑sabotage

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you keep promises realistic?
  • What limits should you set on intense emotions?
A Different Perspective

Passion without restraint can damage relationships.

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