Quote by William Shakespeare

The commonwealth is sick of their own choice;Their over-greedy love has surfeited.An habitation giddy and unsureHath he that buildeth on the vulgar heart.

The commonwealth is sick of their own choice;Their over-gree

Summary

This quote suggests that when a community or society indulges excessively in their desires and ambitions, they eventually become disillusioned and weary. The "commonwealth" or collective society becomes tired and dissatisfied with the consequences of their choices. The metaphor of an "habitation giddy and unsure" implies that relying on the fickle and superficial desires of the masses is unreliable and unstable. In essence, the quote warns against placing too much value on the transient and insatiable nature of popular opinion.

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