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“Still young and fine! but what is still in view We slight as old and soil'd, though fresh and new.” quote by Henry Vaughan
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“Still young and fine! but what is still in view We slight as old and soil'd, though fresh and new.”

Henry Vaughan

About This Quote

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

The poet reflects on youth’s vigor juxtaposed with age’s wisdom, noting both are fleeting yet fresh.

In simple terms: Youth and age are both temporary and renewing.

Key Takeaway

Value each stage’s unique gifts.

Themes

youth age transience renewal

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • reflecting on life stages
  • writing poetry
  • menting growth
  • accepting change

Key Concepts

poetry philosophy temporal nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “fresh and new” mean to you?
  • How do you balance youthful energy with aging wisdom?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize aging without acknowledging challenges.

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