Quote by John Donne

Let us love nobly, and live, and add again years and years unto years, till we attain to write threescore: this is the second of our reign.

Let us love nobly, and live, and add again years and years u

Summary

In this quote, the speaker emphasizes the importance of loving deeply and living a meaningful life. They encourage embracing a noble type of love and striving to add countless years to our existence, until we reach the milestone of sixty years. The phrase "the second of our reign" suggests that each year lived passionately and with love is like a chapter in our personal story, defining our own reign over our lives. It urges us to cherish the value of time and embrace a life filled with love, purpose, and longevity.

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