How we cite our quotes: (Act.Scene.Line)
Quote #10
KING
Prithee, to bed, and in thy prayers remember
The estate of my poor queen. Leave me alone,
For I must think of that which company
Would not be friendly to. (5.1.87-90)
Anne has just sent word to pray for her because she's in a lot of pain. Well, childbirth will do that to you. Henry wants everyone to get in touch with their spiritual sides here, now that his wife and potential heir are in trouble. His sudden attention to prayer tells us that everyone in this play seems to turn spiritual when the tough times come knocking.