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Blisters Quote by William Shakespeare

“Such an act That blurs the grace and blush of modesty; Calls virtue hypocrite; takes off the rose From the fair forehead of an innocent love, And sets a blister there; makes marriage vows As false as dicers' oaths.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“Such an act That blurs the grace and blush of modesty; Calls virtue hypocrite; takes off the rose From the fair forehead of an innocent love, And sets a blister there; makes marriage vows As false as dicers' oaths.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: Much Ado About Nothing, Act 2

A lover’s false accusations damage innocence and corrupt vows, exposing hypocrisy.

In simple terms: False claims ruin love.

Key Takeaway

Guard truth in relationships.

Themes

love honesty hypocrisy

Mood

tragic reflective

Type

dramatic didactic

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • conflict resolution
  • legal testimony

Key Concepts

trust reputation social pressure

Questions to Reflect On

  • What protects love from falsehood?
  • How can honesty be restored?
A Different Perspective

May overstate the impact of a single lie.

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