Admiration Quote by William Shakespeare
“Treason and murder ever kept together, As two yoke-devils sworn to either's purpose, Working so grossly in a natural cause That admiration did not whoop at them; But thou, 'gainst all proportion, didst bring in Wonder to wait on treason and on murder; And whatsoever cunning fiend it was That wrought upon thee so preposterously Hath got the voice in hell for excellence.”
About This Quote
The passage condemns the alliance of treason and murder, suggesting that their combined horror is so profound it eclipses ordinary admiration, yet paradoxically, they inspire a twisted sense of awe and notoriety.
In simple terms: Treason and murder together create a grotesque spectacle that oddly commands attention.
Key Takeaway
Even the most vile acts can be glorified through fascination.
Themes
Power
Morality
Corruption
Fascination
Duality
Mood
grim
cynical
reflective
Type
aphorism
lament
observation
When to use this quote
- Political intrigue
- Historical betrayals
- Criminal investigations
- Literary analysis
- Moral philosophy
Key Concepts
Human nature
Ethics
Narrative framing
Practical Applications
- Critiquing political propaganda
- Analyzing villainous archetypes
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do societies sometimes idolize the wicked?
- How does the portrayal of evil affect collective conscience?
A Different Perspective
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