Absurd Quote by William Shakespeare
“Should the poor be flattered? No; let the candied tongue lick absurd pomp, and crook the pregnant hinges of the knee where thrift may follow fawning.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Merry Wives of Windsor, 1602
Wealth should not be praised; instead, superficial flattery should be rejected in favor of genuine thrift and humility.
In simple terms: Reject false praise, value modesty.
Choose humility over vanity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- personal finance
- social media
- corporate culture
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does flattery affect self-worth?
- What are the costs of valuing appearance over substance?
Superficial compliments can mask deeper systemic inequality.