Quote by William Shakespeare

Men have died from time to time, and worms have eaten them, but not for love.

Men have died from time to time, and worms have eaten them,

Summary

This quote, attributed to William Shakespeare's character Rosalind in the play "As You Like It," suggests that love is not a cause of death or destruction. It conveys the idea that although humans often face mortality, love itself does not typically lead to death. In other words, love may bring about various emotions and experiences, but it does not lead to physical demise. The quote emphasizes the enduring power and resilience of love even in the face of mortality.

By William Shakespeare

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