But misfortunes do not last forever (this they have in…
““But misfortunes do not last forever (this they have in common with joys) but pass away or are at least diminished and become lost in oblivion. Life on the kapia always renews itself despite everything and the bridge does not change with the years or with the centuries or with the most painful turns in human affairs. All these pass over it, even as the unquiet waters pass beneath its smooth and perfect arches.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human suffering and joy are temporary; enduring structures and nature persist beyond personal turmoil.
In simple terms: Hardships fade, lasting things remain.
Key Takeaway
Focus on enduring values.
Themes
impermanence
resilience
nature
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- historical change
- natural cycles
Key Concepts
philosophy
human condition
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you find stability amid change?
- What lasting values guide you?
A Different Perspective
Even enduring things change subtly over time.