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“Time is a very bankrupt and owes more than he's worth to season. Nay, he's a thief too: have you not heard men say, That Time comes stealing on by night and day?” quote by William Shakespeare
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“Time is a very bankrupt and owes more than he's worth to season. Nay, he's a thief too: have you not heard men say, That Time comes stealing on by night and day?”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

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

Time steals away life’s value, acting as a thief that consumes everything, day and night.

In simple terms: Time takes away everything.

Key Takeaway

Respect time’s fleeting nature.

Themes

mortality impermanence philosophy

Mood

melancholic reflective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • aging
  • career planning
  • relationship milestones
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

temporal theory existentialism poetry

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does awareness of time influence your choices?
  • What moments do you cherish most?
A Different Perspective

Time’s impact varies across cultures.

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