Imitate time; it destroys everything slowly; it…
“Imitate time; it destroys everything slowly; it undermines, it wears away, it detaches, it does not wrench.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Time erodes all things gradually, weakening and separating them without force.
In simple terms: Time slowly destroys everything.
Accept impermanence and act before decay.
Themes
Mood
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When to use this quote
- personal projects
- relationships
- health maintenance
- long‑term planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you notice subtle decay?
- What can you preserve against time?
Time’s slow decay can be unnoticed until loss occurs.