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O how feeble is man's power, that if good fortune fall…

“O how feeble is man's power, that if good fortune fall, cannot add another hour, nor a lost hour recall!” quote by John Donne
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“O how feeble is man's power, that if good fortune fall, cannot add another hour, nor a lost hour recall!”

John Donne

About This Quote

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

Human power is weak; even good fortune cannot extend time or retrieve lost moments, highlighting life's fragility.

In simple terms: Power is limited, time cannot be regained.

Key Takeaway

Accept life's fleeting nature.

Themes

mortality fortune time

Mood

reflective philosophical

Type

poetic existential

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • health decisions
  • relationship choices

Key Concepts

existentialism human limitation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you value each moment?
  • What does this say about planning for the future?
A Different Perspective

Even with luck, time remains finite.

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