Book review Quote by Paulo Coelho
““A time to be born, and a time to die; A time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted; A time to kill, and a time to heal; A time to break down, and a time to build up; A time to weep, and a time to laugh; A time to mourn, and a time to dance; a time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together; A time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing; A time to get, and a time to lose; A time to lose; A time to keep, and a time to cast away; A time to rend, and a time to sew; A time to keep silence, and a time to speak; A time to love, and a time to hate; A time of war, and a time of peace””
About This Quote
Source Book: Ecclesiastes (Biblical text) attributed to King Solomon
The passage lists contrasting pairs of life events, illustrating the cyclical and balanced nature of existence, where opposing experiences coexist.
In simple terms: Life is a series of opposite experiences that together create balance.
Key Takeaway
Embrace both joy and sorrow as parts of life.
Themes
balance
duality
life cycles
contrasts
wisdom
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
balanced
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- teaching moments
- creative writing
- counseling
Key Concepts
philosophical reflection
biblical literature
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- Which opposites in your life feel most balanced?
- How can you find meaning in both joy and suffering?
A Different Perspective
May be interpreted as deterministic, limiting agency.
