Death and the King's Horseman Principles Quotes

Elesin is trying to convince everyone that he is going to greet his fate cheerfully and without hesitation. But what's that quote from Hamlet about protesting too much again?

Interesting, right? You know—since Elesin's honor actually goes away before he dies. Of course, he probably means that one can live on through their reputation, even after physical life is over… but an alternate reading is that if you overstay life's welcome, you are bound for destruction.

This is a constant refrain among the market women, including Iyaloja. They utter the phrase as a sign of respect and to affirm they know Elesin will do the right thing… right Elesin? Right?