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Amiable Quote by William Shakespeare

“She told her, while she kept it, 'Twould make her amiable and subdue my father Entirely to her love, but if she lost it Or made a gift of it, my father's eye Should hold her loathed and his spirits should hunt After new fancies.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“She told her, while she kept it, 'Twould make her amiable and subdue my father Entirely to her love, but if she lost it Or made a gift of it, my father's eye Should hold her loathed and his spirits should hunt After new fancies.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Tempest, Act 2, Scene 2 (c. 1611)

A lover fears losing affection, fearing both love and loss will affect her father's view.

In simple terms: Fear of losing love and its impact on family.

Key Takeaway

Communicate openly to avoid misunderstandings.

Themes

love family trust

Mood

dramatic thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • courtship
  • family negotiations
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

jealousy social expectations inheritance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does fear of loss reveal about trust?
  • How can families balance love and authority?
A Different Perspective

Assuming motives can cause unnecessary conflict.

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