Quote by John Keats

Life is but a day:A fragile dewdrop on its perilious wayFrom a tree's summit

Life is but a day:A fragile dewdrop on its perilious wayFrom

Summary

This quote emphasizes the ephemeral nature of life, describing it as a fleeting and delicate existence similar to a dewdrop. It highlights the vulnerability and transience of human life, comparing it to a drop of dew precariously hanging from the branch of a tree. It suggests that life is short and can easily be lost or shattered, prompting us to appreciate and make the most of our limited time on Earth.

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