Quote by William Shakespeare

Mark it, nuncle.Have more than thou showest,Speak less than thou knowest,Lend less than thou owest,Ride more than thou goest,Learn more than thou trowest,Set less than thou throwest,Leave thy drink and thy whoreAnd keep in-a-door,And thou shalt have moreThan two tens to a score.

Mark it, nuncle.Have more than thou showest,Speak less than

Summary

This quote provides advice on how to conduct oneself in order to have greater success and prosperity. It suggests that one should possess more than they display, speak less than they know, lend less than they owe, travel more than they stay in one place, acquire more knowledge than they assume, invest less than they waste, abstain from vices, stay at home more often, and as a result, they will have greater abundance in life. The quote emphasizes the importance of discretion, moderation, focus, and self-control as keys to achieving success and fulfillment.

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