Quote by Thomas Mann, The Beloved Returns

Hold fast the time! Guard it, watch over it, every hour, every minute! Unregarded it slips away, like a lizard, smooth, slippery, faithless, a pixy wife. Hold every moment sacred. Give each clarity and meaning, each the weight of thine awareness, each its true and due fulfillment.

Hold fast the time! Guard it, watch over it, every hour, eve

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of cherishing and making the most of every moment in life. It urges us to be conscious of the passing time and to not let it slip away unnoticed. The comparison of time to a lizard portrays its elusive and transient nature, while calling it a "pixy wife" signifies its deceitfulness. By assigning significance and purpose to each minute, the quote highlights the need to value and fully live in the present, making the most of every opportunity and fulfilling our responsibilities.

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By Thomas Mann, The Beloved Returns

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