Miracles Quote by Thomas Carlyle
““The illimitable, silent, never-resting thing called Time, rolling, rushing on, swift, silent, like an all-embracing ocean-tide, on which we and all the Universe swim like exhalations, like apparitions which are, and then are not: this is forever very literally a miracle; a thing to strike us dumb—for we have no word to speak about it.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Sartor Resartus by Thomas Carlyle, 1833
Time is an endless, silent force that moves everything, making existence fleeting and awe‑inspiring.
In simple terms: Time is endless and moves everything.
Key Takeaway
Recognize life's fleeting nature.
Themes
philosophy
existence
wonder
Mood
awe
contemplative
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- creative work
- mindfulness practice
- grief processing
Key Concepts
impermanence
cosmic scale
miracle
Questions to Reflect On
- How does awareness of time change your priorities?
- What moments feel timeless to you?
A Different Perspective
Time cannot be fully captured in words, limiting our ability to describe it.
