Book Quote by William Shakespeare
“Trust not my reading, nor my observations, Which with experimental seal do warrant The tenor of my book.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Hamlet, Act I, Scene 5, 1603
The speaker doubts personal interpretation, insisting only verified evidence should define a work's true meaning.
In simple terms: Only proven facts should judge a text.
Key Takeaway
Seek evidence before forming opinions.
Themes
skepticism
interpretation
truth
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- academic research
- legal testimony
- scientific reporting
- critical review
Key Concepts
empiricism
literary analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify your own assumptions?
- When is intuition valuable?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on personal bias can still mislead.
