Quote by William Shakespeare

And thus I clothe my naked villainy With old odd ends, stol'n forth of holy writ And seem a saint, when most I play the devil.

And thus I clothe my naked villainy With old odd ends, stol'

Summary

This quote, spoken by the character Richard III in Shakespeare's play of the same name, highlights his manipulative and deceptive nature. Richard admits to disguising his wickedness with fragments of religious teachings to appear righteous while committing evil acts. He cleverly masks his villainous intentions, creating the appearance of a virtuous person while plotting treacherously. This quote captures the essence of Richard's duplicitous approach to gain power, showing the audience his ability to deceive and manipulate others into viewing him as a respectable figure.

By William Shakespeare

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