Clock Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
“It is almost as if the millennium were arrived, when we shall throw our clocks and watches over the housetop, and remember time and seasons no more. Not to keep hours for a lifetime is... to live forever.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, 1886
The quote imagines a future where we discard precise timekeeping, embracing timeless existence and eternal life.
In simple terms: Letting go of clocks leads to feeling timeless.
Key Takeaway
Embrace moments without obsessing over time.
Themes
timelessness
eternity
reflection
Mood
contemplative
nostalgic
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- creative writing
- spiritual retreats
- philosophical discussions
Key Concepts
philosophy
existentialism
culture
Questions to Reflect On
- How would you live if you stopped tracking time?
- What benefits and drawbacks arise from a timeless mindset?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring time can cause loss of structure and responsibility.
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