Longing Quote by William Shakespeare
““What sadness lengthens Romeo's hours? Romeo: Not having that, which, having, makes them short.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Romeo and Juliet, Act III, Scene V
Romeo laments that his sadness makes time feel longer, while love shortens it.
In simple terms: Sadness drags time; love speeds it up.
Key Takeaway
Cherish love to ease sorrow.
Themes
love
time
emotion
Mood
poetic
contemplative
Type
dramatic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationship counseling
- grief therapy
- personal reflection
- creative writing
Key Concepts
temporal perception
psychology of grief
Questions to Reflect On
- How does love change our experience of time?
- Can joy truly shorten suffering?
A Different Perspective
Love may not always alleviate sadness.
