Starting an essay discussing a quote

Hey

I'm having a bit of trouble starting an essay and was wondering if anyone could give me some guidance. The essay involves discussing a quote we've been given.
I've started the body of the essay but not really sure how to start the first sentence and paragraph!

Any help would be great thanks.

You could start the essay by introducing the quote itself, afterwards explaining it in a few words. That could give you at least a small paragraph. Or you could give the historical context of the quote (an explanation of anykind on the time periode or the social context of the quote) then afterwards present the quote. It is important to mention the quote in the introduction of your essay.

Hope this helps!