A wretched soul, bruised with adversity, We bid be quiet when we hear it cry; But were we burdened with light weight of pain, As much or more we should ourselves complain.

📖 William Shakespeare

🌍 English  |  👨‍💼 Playwright

🎂 April 23, 1564  –  ⚰️ April 23, 1616
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The quote from "The Comedy of Errors" highlights the tendency of people to dismiss the struggles of others, often when they themselves are not facing significant hardships. It suggests that those who are untouched by severe suffering might disregard or even silence the cries for help from those who are in pain. The wretched soul represents individuals weighed down by their own adversity, and the societal response often favors silence over...

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