Quote by Niccolo Machiavelli

The more sand has escaped from the hourglass of our life, the clearer we should see through it.

The more sand has escaped from the hourglass of our life, th

Summary

This quote suggests that as time passes and we grow older, we should gain a greater understanding of life and its complexities. It urges us to reflect on our experiences, learning from them and becoming wiser as we approach the latter stages of our lives. With the metaphor of an hourglass, it symbolizes the diminishing time we have, emphasizing the importance of using our remaining time wisely and gaining a clearer perspective on the world around us.

By Niccolo Machiavelli

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