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Accustomed Quote by William Shakespeare

“This night I hold an old accustomed feast, Whereto I have invited many a guest, Such as I love; and you among the store, One more, most welcome, makes my number more.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“This night I hold an old accustomed feast, Whereto I have invited many a guest, Such as I love; and you among the store, One more, most welcome, makes my number more.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Tempest, Act 2, Scene 2 (c. 1611)

A host welcomes a new guest, increasing the number of attendees and enriching the gathering.

In simple terms: Adding a guest makes the feast more abundant.

Key Takeaway

Invite others to enhance shared experiences.

Themes

hospitality community celebration inclusion

Mood

joyful warm thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • family meals
  • festivals
  • team gatherings
  • social events

Key Concepts

social bonding generosity expansion

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who benefits most from your invitation?
  • How do you balance inclusion with intimacy?
A Different Perspective

Too many guests can strain resources or dilute intimacy.

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