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“The world is grown so bad, That wrens make prey where eagles dare not perch.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“The world is grown so bad, That wrens make prey where eagles dare not perch.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Tempest, Act 3, 1611

The world is so corrupted that even small birds become prey where eagles avoid.

In simple terms: Corruption spreads, harming the weak.

Key Takeaway

Address systemic decay.

Themes

corruption vulnerability power

Mood

somber reflective

Type

philosophical critical

When to use this quote

  • urban decay
  • environmental policy
  • social inequality

Key Concepts

political theory ecology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can protect the vulnerable?
  • How does power neglect the weak?
A Different Perspective

Change is slow and difficult.

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