Beauty Quote by William Shakespeare
““Then let not winter's ragged hand deface, In thee thy summer, ere thou be distill'd: Make sweet some vial; treasure thou some place With beauty's treasure ere it be self-kill'd. That use is not forbidden usury, Which happies those that pay the willing loan; That's for thy self to breed another thee, Or ten times happier, be it ten for one; Ten times thy self were happier than thou art, If ten of thine ten times refigur'd thee: Then what could death do if thou shouldst depart, Leaving thee living in posterity? Be not self-will'd, for thou art much too fair To be death's conquest and make worms thine heir.””
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 5, Scene 1, 1611
He urges embracing life's fleeting nature, using metaphorical wealth and legacy to transcend death, suggesting generosity and self‑creation as immortal acts.
In simple terms: Live fully and leave lasting value beyond death.
Key Takeaway
Create lasting impact through generosity.
Themes
mortality
legacy
generosity
self‑creation
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- philanthropy
- artistic creation
- family planning
Key Concepts
philosophy
poetry
humanism
Questions to Reflect On
- What legacy do you wish to leave?
- How can generosity shape your memory?
A Different Perspective
May be idealistic for those facing harsh realities.
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