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Baths Quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson

“Come, my friends Tis not too late to seek a newer world Push off, and sitting well in order smite The sounding furrows; for my purpose holds To sail beyond the sunset and the baths Of all the western stars, until I die” quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson
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“Come, my friends Tis not too late to seek a newer world Push off, and sitting well in order smite The sounding furrows; for my purpose holds To sail beyond the sunset and the baths Of all the western stars, until I die”

Alfred Lord Tennyson

About This Quote

Source Poem: “Ulysses” by Alfred Lord Tennyson, 1842

A call to adventure, urging departure from comfort to explore unknown horizons until death.

In simple terms: Seek new horizons, never settle.

Key Takeaway

Pursue lifelong exploration.

Themes

adventure exploration legacy

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • travel
  • career change
  • creative projects
  • spiritual quests
  • late‑life learning

Key Concepts

heroic quest existential purpose human curiosity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What new world calls you?
  • How do you balance duty and adventure?
A Different Perspective

Risk of neglecting responsibilities.

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