Great saying by great authors Quote by Alfred Edward Housman
“Now, of my threescore years and ten, Twenty will not come again, And take from seventy springs a score, It only leaves me fifty more.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “A Shropshire Lad” by A. E. Housman, 1896
The speaker reflects on aging, noting that only a fraction of his life remains, underscoring mortality.
In simple terms: Life is short; time passes.
Cherish remaining years.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- life planning
- legacy building
- health care
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What will you prioritize now?
- How do you balance present joy with future planning?
Focusing on remaining time may cause anxiety.