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Chasms Quote by John Phillips

“My galligaskins, that have long withstood The winter's fury, and encroaching frosts, By time subdued (what will not time subdue!), A horrid chasm disclosed.” quote by John Phillips
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“My galligaskins, that have long withstood The winter's fury, and encroaching frosts, By time subdued (what will not time subdue!), A horrid chasm disclosed.”

John Phillips

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Source Poem: The Winter's Fury, John Phillips, 1650

Enduring hardships eventually reveal hidden dangers that time cannot erase.

In simple terms: Time reveals hidden dangers.

Key Takeaway

Stay vigilant despite past resilience.

Themes

resilience warning time danger

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

advisory poetic

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • financial planning
  • health monitoring
  • climate change

Key Concepts

human frailty unexpected threats

Questions to Reflect On

  • What hidden risks are you ignoring?
  • How can you prepare for unseen threats?
A Different Perspective

Even strong defenses can fail unexpectedly.

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