Fleeting Quote by Rainer Maria Rilke
““But because truly being here is so much; because everything here apparently needs us, this fleeting world, which in some strange way keeps calling to us. Us, the most fleeting of all. Once for each thing. Just once; no more. And we too, just once. And never again. But to have been this once, completely, even if only once: to have been at one with the earth, seems beyond undoing.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Book of Hours”, 1905
Life is fleeting; each moment is unique and should be fully experienced, connecting deeply with the world.
In simple terms: Each moment is unique and precious.
Key Takeaway
Live fully in each moment.
Themes
impermanence
existence
mindfulness
Mood
contemplative
poetic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily routines
- creative pursuits
- relationships
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
ephemeral nature of life
philosophical reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you honor each moment?
- Can you find meaning in repeated experiences?
A Different Perspective
The quote idealizes singularity, ignoring repeated growth and change.
