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“When most I wink, then do my eyes best see” quote by William Shakespeare
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“When most I wink, then do my eyes best see”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Comedy of Errors, 1594

The speaker suggests that when they blink, their eyes see most clearly, implying insight comes in brief moments.

In simple terms: Insight comes in brief moments.

Key Takeaway

Value fleeting clarity.

Themes

perception insight momentariness

Mood

contemplative curious

Type

poetic reflective

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • creative writing
  • mindfulness

Key Concepts

philosophy ephemerality

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you notice your brief moments of clarity?
  • How can you capture insight when it appears?
A Different Perspective

Brief moments may be missed if not noticed.

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