Cities Quote by John Masefield
“On the long dusty ribbon of the long city street, The pageant of life is passing me on multitudinous feet, With a word here of the hills, and a song there of the sea And-the great movement changes-the pageant passes me.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The City of Dreadful Night", 1900s
Life's pageant moves past us, changing with every step and scene.
In simple terms: Life constantly changes as we move through it.
Key Takeaway
Embrace change and stay present.
Themes
change
journey
perception
Mood
contemplative
poetic
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily commute
- travel
- personal growth
- creative work
Key Concepts
existentialism
poetry
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay grounded amid constant change?
- What moments feel like a pageant passing?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on change can cause anxiety about stability.
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