Creation Quote by T.S. Eliot
““There will be time, there will be time To prepare a face to meet the faces that you meet; There will be time to murder and create, And time for all the works and days of hands That lift and drop a question on your plate; Time for you and time for me, And time yet for a hundred indecisions, And for a hundred visions and revisions, Before the taking of a toast and tea.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Four Quartets” (Burnt Norton), 1943
The poem reflects on the abundance of time for both mundane and profound actions, emphasizing the endless cycles of decision, creation, and contemplation in human life.
In simple terms: Time is plentiful for many tasks and thoughts.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and use the time you have wisely.
Themes
time
decision
creation
reflection
human experience
Mood
contemplative
thoughtful
poetic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily planning
- artistic work
- personal reflection
- meditation
- writing
Key Concepts
existentialism
temporal philosophy
creative process
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you prioritize your daily decisions?
- What creative acts will you pursue with your time?
A Different Perspective
Time is finite despite the poem’s suggestion of abundance, urging mindful use.
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