Beauty Quote by William Shakespeare
“Time doth transfix the flourish set on youth And delves the parallels in beauty's brow.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 5, Scene 1, 1611
Time inevitably changes youthful beauty and the vigor of life, revealing the fleeting nature of physical appeal.
In simple terms: Youth and beauty fade with time.
Key Takeaway
Accept change and value inner qualities.
Themes
mortality
beauty
time
change
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
literary
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- artistic critique
- life planning
Key Concepts
philosophy
poetry
impermanence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you nurture inner growth as external attributes age?
- What lasting values can you cultivate?
A Different Perspective
Physical allure cannot sustain lasting fulfillment.
