Gather ye rosebuds while ye may, Old Time is still a-flying, And this same flower that smiles today Tomorrow will be dying. The glorious Lamp of Heaven, the Sun, The higher he's a-getting The sooner will his race be run, And nearer he's to setting.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker urges enjoying youth and beauty now because time passes quickly.
- In plain terms
- Pick flowers while they are fresh because they will die soon.
- What can you take from it?
- Enjoy the present moment because time runs out.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What will you do today?
- How does time affect choices?
Another view
This perspective can cause anxiety about missing out.
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