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“Old Titme the clock-settter, that bald sexton,Time.” quote by William Shakespeare
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““Old Titme the clock-settter, that bald sexton,Time.””

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Tempest, Act 5, Scene 1, 1611

A reflection on the passage of time and the inevitability of aging, using a clock‑setter as a metaphor for life's relentless ticking.

In simple terms: Time passes and we age.

Key Takeaway

Accept aging and cherish each moment.

Themes

mortality time aging reflection

Mood

melancholic contemplative

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • literary analysis
  • philosophical essay

Key Concepts

impermanence human condition

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does awareness of time change your priorities?
  • What can we learn from embracing aging?
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