Time hath, my lord, a wallet at his back Wherein he puts…
“Time hath, my lord, a wallet at his back Wherein he puts alms for oblivion, A great-sized monster of ingratitudes: Those scraps are good deeds past, which are devour'd As fast as they are made, forgot as soon as done.”
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 good deeds quickly; gratitude fades as deeds are forgotten soon after they are done.
In simple terms: Good deeds are quickly forgotten.
Key Takeaway
Remember and honor past kindnesses.
Themes
mortality
memory
gratitude
impermanence
legacy
Mood
reflective
melancholic
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- teaching moments
- historical analysis
- ethical discussions
Key Concepts
temporal decay
human forgetfulness
ethical legacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions can we take to ensure good deeds are remembered?
- How does memory shape moral responsibility?
A Different Perspective
It may overstate the speed of forgetting and ignore lasting impacts.