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For life is but a dream whose shapes return, some frequently, some seldom, some by night and some by day.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Life is transient and often fleeting, resembling a dream with varying experiences.
This quote by James Thomson conveys the idea that life is ephemeral and resembles a dream in its unpredictability. The 'shapes' of our experiences appear at different times, suggesting that the events and moments we encounter ebb and flow, capturing the essence of permanence in an inherently temporary existence.
Themes
LifeDreamImpermanenceExperiencePhilosophy
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about embracing change and uncertainty in life.
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