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“Age overtakes us all; Our temples first; then on o'er cheek and chin, Slowly and surely, creep the frosts of Time. Up and do somewhat, ere thy limbs are sere.” quote by Theocritus
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“Age overtakes us all; Our temples first; then on o'er cheek and chin, Slowly and surely, creep the frosts of Time. Up and do somewhat, ere thy limbs are sere.”

Theocritus

About This Quote

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

Time ages everyone, first the body, then the face, urging us to act before decay.

In simple terms: Time ages us all, act before decline.

Key Takeaway

Act while youthful.

Themes

mortality aging urgency

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • health maintenance
  • legacy building
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

impermanence human condition

Questions to Reflect On

  • What will you do before age catches up?
  • How does aging motivate your priorities?
A Different Perspective

Youth is limited; action may not prevent all decline.

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