Quote by William Shakespeare

Though this be madness, yet there is method in 't.

Though this be madness, yet there is method in 't.

Summary

This quote, spoken by the character Polonius in Shakespeare's play Hamlet, suggests that seemingly irrational or insane behavior can sometimes have a hidden logic or purpose. It implies that even though an action may appear to be nonsensical or chaotic, there might be an underlying method or reasoning behind it. This quote illustrates the complexity of human behavior and challenges the idea of dismissing seemingly mad actions as completely senseless.

By William Shakespeare

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