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“The years pass in their hundreds and their thousands, and what does any man see of life but a few summers, a few winters? We look at mountains and call them eternal, and so they seem... but in the course of time, mountains rise and fall, rivers change their courses, stars fall from the sky, and…” quote by George R.R. Martin
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““The years pass in their hundreds and their thousands, and what does any man see of life but a few summers, a few winters? We look at mountains and call them eternal, and so they seem... but in the course of time, mountains rise and fall, rivers change their courses, stars fall from the sky, and great cities sink beneath the sea. Even gods die, we think. Everything changes.””

George R.R. Martin

About This Quote

Source Novel: “A Dance with Dragons”, 2011

Human life is fleeting compared to the vast, ever‑changing universe; even great entities fade over time.

In simple terms: Life is brief, everything changes.

Key Takeaway

Embrace impermanence.

Themes

mortality impermanence humility

Mood

reflective philosophical

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • historical study
  • environmental awareness

Key Concepts

philosophical existential

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you cope with change?
  • What legacy do you wish to leave?
A Different Perspective

Denial of change can cause stagnation.

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