Quote by William Shakespeare

Lord Bacon told Sir Edward Coke when he was boasting, The less you speak of your greatness, the more shall I think of it.

Lord Bacon told Sir Edward Coke when he was boasting, The le

Summary

In this quote, Lord Bacon is advising Sir Edward Coke to refrain from boasting about his own greatness. Bacon suggests that by exercising modesty and humility, Coke's greatness will shine even brighter in Bacon's eyes. The underlying message is that actions and accomplishments speak louder than words, and that true greatness does not require self-promotion. Bacon's response implies that he values substance over empty boasts, and that he will hold a higher regard for Coke if he shows restraint and lets his actions speak for themselves.

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Humility

By William Shakespeare

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