Art Quote by William Shakespeare
““When in disgrace with fortune and men's eyes I all alone beweep my outcast state, And trouble deaf heaven with my bootless cries, And look upon myself, and curse my fate, Wishing me like to one more rich in hope, Featur'd like him, like him with friends possess'd, Desiring this man's art, and that man's scope, With what I most enjoy contented least; Yet in these thoughts my self almost despising, Haply I think on thee,— and then my state, Like to the lark at break of day arising From sullen earth, sings hymns at heaven's gate; For thy sweet love remember'd such wealth brings That then I scorn to change my state with kings.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Sonnet 29 by William Shakespeare, 1609
Feeling isolated and envious, the poet finds solace in love, which lifts his spirits above worldly woes.
In simple terms: Love can lift us from despair and envy.
Key Takeaway
Seek love or higher purpose to overcome despair.
Themes
despair
envy
love
spiritual uplift
Mood
hopeful
contemplative
Type
inspirational
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal loneliness
- career setbacks
- financial loss
- relationship issues
Key Concepts
poetry
human emotion
redemption
Questions to Reflect On
- What love or purpose can you turn to in hardship?
- How does gratitude shift your perspective?
A Different Perspective
Love may not solve all practical problems.
