Eternity Quote by William Blake
“He who binds to himself a joy Does the winged life destroy; But he who kisses the joy as it flies Lives in eternity's sun rise.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Marriage of Heaven and Hell”, 1790
Joy bound to oneself can be destroyed; embracing fleeting joy leads to eternal sunrise.
In simple terms: Holding joy kills it; embracing it brings eternity.
Key Takeaway
Live in the moment.
Themes
philosophy
joy
eternity
Mood
poetic
philosophical
Type
inspirational
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- spiritual practice
- creative expression
Key Concepts
transcendentalism
poetic metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance joy and responsibility?
- What is “eternity’s sunrise”?
A Different Perspective
May idealize fleeting moments.
