Quote by William Shakespeare

Benvolio: What sadness lengthens Romeo's hours?Romeo: Not having that, which, having, makes them short.

Benvolio: What sadness lengthens Romeo's hours?Romeo: Not ha

Summary

In this quote from William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, Benvolio asks Romeo why he seems so sad. Romeo, in response, cryptically states that the reason for his sadness is not having something he desires. He suggests that possessing what he longs for would make his time pass quickly, implying that his current state of longing makes his hours feel drawn out. This quote reflects Romeo's deeply-felt yearning for someone or something, highlighting the theme of unrequited love and the significant impact it has on his emotional well-being.

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Love Longing

By William Shakespeare

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