Eternity Quote by William Shakespeare
“Time ... thou ceaseless lackey to eternity.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 5, 1611
Time is portrayed as an endless servant to eternity, emphasizing humanity’s fleeting nature against the infinite.
In simple terms: Time serves eternity forever.
Key Takeaway
Recognize life's brevity.
Themes
mortality
philosophy
time
eternity
Mood
contemplative
philosophical
Type
theatrical
poetic
When to use this quote
- life planning
- mindfulness
- legacy building
Key Concepts
impermanence
cosmic perspective
Questions to Reflect On
- What does eternity mean to you?
- How can you honor time's fleeting nature?
A Different Perspective
Human focus on short‑term goals can ignore long‑term impact.
