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Time goes marching on. Many an empire has come and gone…

“Time goes marching on. Many an empire has come and gone. Yet we remain. Watching the ticking clock and the sifting sands of time. Time goes marching on. Many a friend has been and gone. Yet we remain. Watching the ticking clock and the sifting sands of time. Time goes marching on. Many a soul has…” quote by David Holdsworth
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““Time goes marching on. Many an empire has come and gone. Yet we remain. Watching the ticking clock and the sifting sands of time. Time goes marching on. Many a friend has been and gone. Yet we remain. Watching the ticking clock and the sifting sands of time. Time goes marching on. Many a soul has been lost and won. Yet we remain. Watching the ticking clock and the sifting sands of time. Time goes marching on. When our time comes, if we are remembered or not, will the love sown remain as time goes marching on?””

David Holdsworth

About This Quote

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

Time relentlessly passes, affecting empires, friendships, and souls, urging contemplation of legacy and love.

In simple terms: Time keeps moving, affecting all.

Key Takeaway

Cherish moments and love.

Themes

time legacy impermanence memory love

Mood

melancholic hopeful

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal loss
  • historical change
  • relationship building
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

philosophy existentialism poetry

Questions to Reflect On

  • How will you be remembered?
  • What love do you nurture now?
A Different Perspective

Time’s march can feel indifferent.

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