Crime Quote by William Shakespeare
“Tremble, thou wretch, That hast within thee undivulged crimes Unwhipped of justice.”
About This Quote
Source Play: King Lear, Act I, Scene 4, 1605
A condemned soul is haunted by hidden sins that have escaped punishment, exposing inner turmoil.
In simple terms: Hidden crimes cause inner suffering.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge and confront hidden wrongs.
Themes
guilt
inner conflict
justice
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
literary
dramatic
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- confession
- moral reckoning
- self‑assessment
Key Concepts
Shakespearean tragedy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden guilt do you carry?
- How does confronting it change you?
A Different Perspective
Even if crimes are unseen, they still weigh heavily on the conscience.
