Doomsday Quote by William Shakespeare
“What's the news? None, my lord, but that the world's grown honest, Then is doomsday near.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Hamlet, 1603
The line suggests that increasing honesty in the world may signal impending catastrophe, reflecting cynicism about truth.
In simple terms: Honesty may bring doom.
Question the link between truth and disaster.
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When to use this quote
- politics
- media
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Does truth always lead to doom?
- What benefits arise from honesty?
Honesty can also empower and improve society.