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Clocks Quote by W.H. Auden

“But all the clocks in the city Began to whirr and chime: 'O let not Time deceive you, You cannot conquer Time” quote by W.H. Auden — Download Open image

““But all the clocks in the city Began to whirr and chime: 'O let not Time deceive you, You cannot conquer Time””

About This Quote

Source Poem: Unknown, lyric excerpt

Time is relentless; it cannot be conquered, and we must not be deceived by its illusion of control.

In simple terms: Time cannot be beaten.

Key Takeaway

Accept time’s flow and act wisely.

Themes

time illusion control mortality

Mood

reflective serious

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

career planning
health decisions
creative projects
legacy building

Key Concepts

philosophy existentialism

Questions to Reflect On

How do you make the most of limited time?
What does “deceive” mean in this context?

A Different Perspective

Time’s pressure can cause anxiety.

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