Farewell Quote by William Butler Yeats
“Farewell - farewell, For I am weary of the weight of time.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Farewell" (1919)
The speaker expresses exhaustion with time's relentless burden, longing for release.
In simple terms: Time feels heavy and weary.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and accept life's temporal limits.
Themes
mortality
fatigue
acceptance
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- grieving loss
- midlife contemplation
- spiritual seeking
Key Concepts
existential reflection
poetic lament
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the weight of time mean to you?
- Can fatigue be transformed into peace?
A Different Perspective
The tone may overlook hope for renewal.
