Quote by George William Russell

I saw how all the trembling ages past, Moulded to her by deep and deeper breath, Neared to the hour when Beauty breathes her last And knows herself in death.

I saw how all the trembling ages past, Moulded to her by dee

Summary

This quote suggests that the passing of time has shaped and influenced the concept of beauty throughout history. As the ages progressed, beauty became more profound and essential, ultimately leading to the moment when beauty itself faces its own mortality and recognizes its transient nature in death. It highlights the underlying transience and fragility of beauty while acknowledging the profound impact it has had on humanity throughout the ages.

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Death Age Beauty

By George William Russell

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