Done Quote by Arthur Hugh Clough
“Thought may well be ever ranging, And opinion ever changing, Task-work be, though ill begun, Dealt with by experience better; By the law and by the letter Duty done is duty done Do it, Time is on the wing!”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Voice of the Nation, 1845
Thoughts shift constantly; duties must be fulfilled regardless of beginnings, and time supports action.
In simple terms: Ideas change, duties stay; act now.
Key Takeaway
Do what’s required now.
Themes
duty
time
action
thoughts
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- workplace
- personal projects
- decision making
- deadline management
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
temporal awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you prioritize duties when ideas fluctuate?
- What role does time play in your decisions?
A Different Perspective
Even if started poorly, effort may still be insufficient without focus.
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