Now while we speak, the sun speeds forth: can I Or thou assure him of his goal? God's breath Even at this moment haply quickeneth The air to a flame; till spirits, always nigh Though screen'd and hid, shall walk the daylight here.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Time moves fast without our control, and spiritual forces may be present even now.
- In plain terms
- Time moves fast, and spirits might be near us right now.
- What can you take from it?
- Respect the speed of time and unseen forces.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can we control time?
- What is unseen?
Another view
It relies on belief in spirits which not everyone shares.
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