Adventure Quote by Dylan Thomas
“And time cast forth my mortal creature To drift or drown upon the seas Acquainted with the salt adventure Of tides that never touch the shores. - I who was rich was made the richer By sipping at the the vine of days.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "And Time Cast Forth My Mortal Creature", Dylan Thomas, 1934
Life’s fleeting nature is likened to a vessel tossed by unpredictable seas, highlighting vulnerability and the relentless passage of time.
In simple terms: Life is fragile and constantly moving.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the moment and accept change.
Themes
mortality
impermanence
nature
Mood
melancholic
reflective
poetic
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- creative writing
- mindfulness
- grief counseling
Key Concepts
existentialism
poetry
time
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you find agency amid uncertainty?
- What anchors you when feeling adrift?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may romanticize suffering, overlooking agency.
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