Time with his old flail Beat me full sore; Till: Hold, I…
“Time with his old flail Beat me full sore; Till: Hold, I cried, I'll stand no more. Then I heard a wail And looking spied How love's little bow Had laid time low.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A lament of exhaustion and yearning for relief, juxtaposed with fleeting love that eases suffering.
In simple terms: Exhaustion meets love’s brief comfort.
Seek balance between work and love.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- hard work
- personal relationships
- emotional healing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recharge after intense effort?
- Can brief joy sustain long‑term wellbeing?
Love’s comfort may be temporary and not solve deeper fatigue.