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Life is but sighs; and, when they cease, 'tis over.

“Life is but sighs; and, when they cease, 'tis over.” quote by Walter Savage Landor
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“Life is but sighs; and, when they cease, 'tis over.”

Walter Savage Landor

About This Quote

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

Life consists of fleeting moments; when they end, life ends.

In simple terms: Life is brief; its end ends all.

Key Takeaway

Cherish each moment.

Themes

mortality impermanence philosophy

Mood

somber contemplative

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily life
  • terminal illness
  • aging
  • relationships

Key Concepts

existentialism transience meaning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does awareness of life's brevity affect your daily choices?
  • What gives you a sense of continuity beyond moments?
A Different Perspective

May overlook the value of ongoing processes.

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