Venus & Adonis

Venus is both goddess and lover, and her persuasive language feels so layered. I wonder what inspired the way she tries to sway Adonis and what that says about desire.

His hesitation and eventual rejection made me question whether he’s truly unfeeling or simply overwhelmed. What was your take on his response?

The poetic form creates a lyrical intimacy, but I’m curious whether Shakespeare intended this as a commentary on love’s fleeting nature or something else.