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Time is a brisk wind, for each hour it brings something new.
Paracelsus
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Time is constantly changing and brings new experiences and opportunities with each passing hour.

This quote by Paracelsus highlights the fleeting and dynamic nature of time, comparing it to a brisk wind that refreshes and alters our surroundings. It suggests that each hour is filled with potential and new experiences, encouraging us to embrace change and stay open to the opportunities that life presents.

Themes

TimeChangeNew ExperiencesOpportunityDynamic

In practice

Example use cases

During a motivational speech about embracing change, one might say, 'Time is a brisk wind, for each hour it brings something new.'

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