Arms Quote by Jacques Prevert
“Millions and millions of years would still not give me half enough time to describe that tiny instant of all eternity when you put your arms around me and I put my arms around you.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Les Feuilles Mortes" (original French title) by Jacques Prévert, 1945
The quote expresses that a single moment of intimate connection feels infinitely profound, beyond any long span of time.
In simple terms: A brief embrace feels endless.
Cherish fleeting moments.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- first kiss
- comforting hug
- reunion after separation
- celebration of love
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you honor brief yet meaningful moments?
- What does "eternity in an instant" mean to you?
Such depth may be romanticized, overlooking everyday realities.