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Beauty Quote by William Butler Yeats

“Who dreamed that beauty passes like a dream?” quote by William Butler Yeats
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“Who dreamed that beauty passes like a dream?”

William Butler Yeats

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Rose of the World”, 1919

Beauty is fleeting, like a dream that passes quickly.

In simple terms: Beauty is temporary.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate moments.

Themes

impermanence beauty ephemerality

Mood

reflective poetic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • art appreciation
  • life milestones

Key Concepts

transience aesthetic philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does fleeting beauty teach?
  • How do you cherish temporary moments?
A Different Perspective

May idealize loss.

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