Quote by William Shakespeare
Verily, I swear, 'tis better to be lowly born, and range with humble livers in content, than to be perk'd up in a glistering grief, and wear a golden sorrow.
Summary
This quote suggests that it is preferable to be born into low social status and live happily with simple means, rather than being elevated to a position of extravagance and wealth but suffer from great sadness or sorrow. It implies that true contentment is found in leading a modest life, free from materialistic pursuits, rather than being weighed down by the burdens of a lavish lifestyle that bring its own form of sorrow.