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“See Time has touched me gently in his race, And left no odious furrows in my face.” quote by George Crabbe
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“See Time has touched me gently in his race, And left no odious furrows in my face.”

George Crabbe

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Village, 1805

Time has aged me gently, leaving no harsh marks on my face.

In simple terms: Aging can be kind and subtle.

Key Takeaway

Embrace aging with gratitude.

Themes

aging time self‑acceptance

Mood

reflective serene

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • Personal reflection
  • elder care discussions
  • intergenerational dialogue
  • literary analysis

Key Concepts

Romanticism humanism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you view your own aging?
  • What practices keep you feeling youthful?
A Different Perspective

Not all aging is gentle; health issues may arise.

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