Quote by William Shakespeare

O curse of marriage that we can call these delicate creatures ours and not their appetites!

O curse of marriage that we can call these delicate creature

Summary

This quote expresses the frustration and disappointment in marriage, suggesting that one cannot fully possess and control their partner's desires and impulses. It highlights the irony and potential disillusionment that comes with the idealized notion of possession within a marital relationship. It reflects the idea that although a spouse may be identified as "ours," their individuality and natural inclinations remain independent and cannot be completely suppressed or owned.

Topics

Infidelity

By William Shakespeare

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