Delight Quote by William Shakespeare
““Rouse him:—make after him, poison his delight, Proclaim him in the streets; incense her kinsmen, And, though he in a fertile climate dwell, Plague him with flies: though that his joy be joy, Yet throw such changes of vexation””
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 5, Scene 1, 1611
The speaker urges relentless vengeance, seeking to ruin the target’s joy and peace, even in a fertile environment, by spreading suffering.
In simple terms: Seek to destroy happiness with constant torment.
Key Takeaway
Pursue relentless revenge.
Themes
revenge
destruction
psychological warfare
Mood
dark
intense
Type
tragic
dramatic
When to use this quote
- political intrigue
- personal vendettas
- court conspiracies
Key Concepts
poisoning joy
public shaming
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the costs of endless vengeance?
- Can forgiveness ever replace revenge?
A Different Perspective
Such relentless cruelty can backfire, creating more chaos and moral decay.
