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Casualties Quote by William Shakespeare

“What many men desire--that 'many' may be meant By the fool multitude that choose by show, Not learning more than the fond eye doth teach, Which pries not to th' interior, but like the martlet Builds in the weather on the outward wall, Even in the force and road of casualty.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“What many men desire--that 'many' may be meant By the fool multitude that choose by show, Not learning more than the fond eye doth teach, Which pries not to th' interior, but like the martlet Builds in the weather on the outward wall, Even in the force and road of casualty.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: Love's Labour's Lost, Act 5, Scene 2

Superficial desires driven by crowd approval lack depth and true understanding.

In simple terms: Seeking approval without insight leads to emptiness.

Key Takeaway

Seek inner truth over external validation.

Themes

appearance approval superficiality

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical observational

When to use this quote

  • political campaigning
  • social media
  • marketing
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

human nature social influence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What do you truly value beyond others' opinions?
  • How does seeking approval affect your decisions?
A Different Perspective

Superficial pursuits can mask deeper insecurities.

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