Being patience Quote by William Shakespeare
“Though patience be a tired mare, yet she will plod.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 1, 1611
He uses a metaphor of a tired mare to illustrate patient perseverance despite weariness.
In simple terms: Patience endures even when exhausted.
Key Takeaway
Persist patiently through challenges.
Themes
patience
perseverance
metaphor
Mood
reflective
poetic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- long‑term projects
- personal growth
- recovery
Key Concepts
endurance
weariness
steady progress
Questions to Reflect On
- When is patience insufficient?
- How to balance patience with action?
A Different Perspective
Patience alone may not solve systemic issues.
