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“Time is the measurer of all things, but is itself immeasurable, and the grand discloser of all things, but is itself undisclosed.” quote by Charles Caleb Colton
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“Time is the measurer of all things, but is itself immeasurable, and the grand discloser of all things, but is itself undisclosed.”

Charles Caleb Colton

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Time measures everything yet remains beyond full comprehension, revealing truths while staying hidden.

In simple terms: Time is both a ruler and a mystery.

Key Takeaway

Respect time’s limits.

Themes

time measurement philosophy

Mood

thoughtful contemplative

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • project planning
  • historical analysis
  • personal reflection
  • goal setting

Key Concepts

metaphysics epistemology literature

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you make decisions with limited time?
  • What truths does time reveal for you?
A Different Perspective

Time’s unknowable nature can cause anxiety.

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