Action Quote by William Shakespeare
“What a piece of work is a man! How noble in reason, how infinite in faculty, in form and moving how express and admirable, in action how like an angel, in apprehension how like a god -- the beauty of the world, the paragon of animals!”
About This Quote
Source Play: Hamlet, Act 2, Scene 2, 1603
Human nature is complex, capable of greatness and flaw, reflecting both divine and animal traits.
In simple terms: Humans are both noble and flawed.
Key Takeaway
Recognize inner contradictions.
Themes
human nature
philosophy
duality
Mood
thoughtful
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- self‑reflection
- leadership
- ethical dilemmas
- art criticism
Key Concepts
existentialism
literary analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of humanity inspire you?
- How do you reconcile noble and base impulses?
A Different Perspective
Idealizing humanity can ignore suffering.
