Art Quote by H. Rider Haggard
“Time after time have nations, ay, and rich and strong nations, learned in the arts, been, and passed away to be forgotten, so that no memory of them remains. This is but one of several; for Time eats up the works of man.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: King Solomon's Mines, H. Rider Haggard, 1885
Time inevitably erases even the greatest civilizations, consuming all human achievements.
In simple terms: Time destroys all human works.
Key Takeaway
Recognize impermanence, focus on lasting values.
Themes
impermanence
history
humility
Mood
thoughtful
melancholic
Type
historical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- archaeology
- historical study
- personal legacy
- cultural preservation
Key Concepts
entropy
legacy
transience
Questions to Reflect On
- How will you make your actions endure?
- What truly matters when time erases everything?
A Different Perspective
Some achievements endure through ideas or influence.
