Thou art Quote by Edward FitzGerald
““And if the Wine you drink, the Lip you press, End in the Nothing all Things end in - Yes - Then fancy while Thou art, Thou art but what Thou shalt be - Nothing - though shalt not be less.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam” translation by Edward FitzGerald, 1859
The poem reflects on life's fleeting nature, urging acceptance of impermanence and the inevitability of nothingness.
In simple terms: Life ends in nothing; accept it.
Key Takeaway
Live fully despite impermanence.
Themes
mortality
philosophy
acceptance
Mood
contemplative
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- contemplation of death
- mindful living
- spiritual inquiry
Key Concepts
existentialism
nihilism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “nothing” mean to you?
- How can embracing impermanence enrich life?
A Different Perspective
Denial of meaning can lead to despair.
