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The Jetavana Temple bells ring the passing of all things…

“The Jetavana Temple bells ring the passing of all things. Twinned sala trees, white in full flower, declare the great man's certain fall. The arrogant do not long endure: They are like a dream one night in spring. The bold and brave perish in the end: They are as dust before the wind.” quote by Royall Tyler
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““The Jetavana Temple bells ring the passing of all things. Twinned sala trees, white in full flower, declare the great man's certain fall. The arrogant do not long endure: They are like a dream one night in spring. The bold and brave perish in the end: They are as dust before the wind.””

Royall Tyler

About This Quote

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

The poem likens life's transience to fleeting natural beauty and warns that arrogance and boldness are temporary, ending in dust.

In simple terms: All things pass; pride and boldness fade.

Key Takeaway

Remember life's impermanence.

Themes

impermanence pride humility transience

Mood

contemplative somber

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal loss
  • career ambition
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

poetry philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does recognizing impermanence affect your daily choices?
  • In what ways can humility guide your ambitions?
A Different Perspective

Bold actions may still have lasting impact despite impermanence.

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