Quote by William Shakespeare

I met a fool i' the forest, A motley fool.

I met a fool i' the forest, A motley fool.

Summary

This quote, spoken by a character in Shakespeare's play As You Like It, is a brief description of encountering a foolish person in the forest. The phrase "motley fool" refers to a jester or clown dressed in a multicolored, patchwork costume. The speaker emphasizes encountering this fool in a natural setting rather than in the orderly, civilized world. This quote reflects the theme of disguises and role-playing prevalent in the play, as well as the contrast between the simplicity of nature and the complexity of human behavior.

By William Shakespeare

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