Shakespeare Quote of the Day

Tag: Henry VIII

  • June 11

    Aspire

    This is the state of man:
    to-day he puts forth the tender leaves of hopes;
    to-morrow blossoms.

    –Henry VIII,
    Act III, Scene ii

  • May 10

    Stay Simple

    I charge thee, fling away ambition:
    By that sin fell the angels.

    –Henry VIII,
    Act III, Scene, ii

  • April 27

    Hospitality Matters

    Good company, good wine, good welcome, can make good people.

    –Henry VIII,
    Act I, Scene iv

  • March 20

    Remember Better

    Men’s evil manners live in brass; their virtues
    We write in water.

    –Henry VIII,
    Act IV, Scene ii

  • January 22

    Resentment Burns

    Heat not a furnace for your foe so hot
    That it do singe yourself.

    -Henry VIII,
    Act I, Scene i

  • December 25

    Relish Tranquility

    I feel within me
    A peace above all earthly dignities,
    A still and quiet conscience.

    -Henry VIII,
    Act III, Scene ii