Beauty Quote by W. H. Auden
“Time and fevers burn away Individual beauty from Thoughtful children, and the grave Proves the child ephemeral”
About This Quote
Time and illness erode physical beauty, while youthful innocence is fleeting, underscoring mortality.
In simple terms: Beauty fades with time and illness; childhood is temporary.
Key Takeaway
Accept impermanence and cherish inner qualities.
Themes
mortality
beauty
childhood
ephemerality
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- hospital visits
- parenting
- reflecting on aging
- legacy planning
Key Concepts
existentialism
human condition
aging
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you value inner versus outer beauty?
- What does impermanence teach you?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on external beauty can distract from deeper growth.
