Apollo Quote by William Shakespeare
“The words of Mercury are harsh after the songs of Apollo.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 5, Scene 2
Contrasting harsh truths with soothing art, suggesting truth can be painful after beauty.
In simple terms: Harsh truth follows beautiful music.
Key Takeaway
Accept that truth may be uncomfortable.
Themes
truth
art
contrast
Mood
reflective
melancholy
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationship breakup
- creative critique
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
philosophy
literature
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance honesty with empathy?
- When is harsh truth necessary?
A Different Perspective
Harshness may alienate listeners.
