Quote by William Shakespeare

I will instruct my sorrows to be proud For grief is proud an't makes his owner stoop

I will instruct my sorrows to be proud For grief is proud an

Summary

This quote, spoken by the character Edward in William Shakespeare's play Richard II, suggests that he will choose to embrace his sorrows and wear them proudly. He believes that sorrow and grief can be sources of strength instead of weakness, influencing one's inner demeanor. Edward asserts that grief can make its owner feel as if they are stooping, or surrendering to sadness. By instructing his sorrows to be proud, he signifies his intention to find dignity and resilience in his sorrow and turn it into a virtue.

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