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Time Quotes

Quotes marking moments across time.

This page brings together quotes where time plays a role - the surprising history behind common words, warnings about how quickly secrets become outdated once discovered, and fond memories of early scientific curiosity encouraged by family. It pairs well with Family Quotes for related reflections.

I always have a story in my head that needs to be written, or at least I think I do. But I usually can't find the time to write it.

Quotes by Etgar Keret

A novel, at least for me, cannot be visualized at one time.

Quotes by Ethan Canin

When the narrator says, 'This is a story without surprises,' most of the time, this is not what happens.

Quotes by Ethan Canin

Medicine involves dealing with people who are going through changes and cycles, often people trapped in bodies that are going out from under them. Spending time with them lets you think their way, gives you insights as a writer.

Quotes by Ethan Canin

Every time I'd sing or play piano when I was a child, my dad would yell up from the basement, 'That's B-flat!'

Quotes by Ethan Canin

The mountain music... is compelling music in its own right, harking back to a time when music was a part of everyday life and not something performed by celebrities.

Quotes by Ethan Coen

'Once Upon a Time in the West' is a great movie.

Quotes by Ethan Coen

When I finish a film, I like to drastically change my appearance. I get sick of looking at the same thing in the mirror for months at a time. So when a film's over, I'll do something like shave my...

Quotes by Ethan Embry

My mom's a painter, and she used to wear black all the time, and so do I. So I would say a black T-shirt with a pocket is my go-to.

Quotes by Ethan Peck

I was such a dork in high school. I like - I played sports. I played in the symphony. I auditioned all the time. I was thrown off the sports teams for auditioning all the time.

Quotes by Ethan Peck

Whenever I get three-four days in hand, I fly down to Delhi to spend time with my family and my dog.

Quotes by Esha Gupta

I have been battling vertigo for a long time. It's something that I deal with on a daily basis.

Quotes by Esha Gupta

I don't watch TV, I don't spend time on the Internet, and I don't party much. I don't text very much, either.

Quotes by Esperanza Spalding

There's enough time in the day: If you go to bed at 10 and start your day at 6, there's a lot you can do in a day!

Quotes by Esperanza Spalding

You don't have to be fearless to do anything; you can be scared out of your mind. I fear that I won't get better and that I won't have time to practice. To be called a 'jazz musician' - it's...

Quotes by Esperanza Spalding

It's about process, the process of growth. It seems to me in my own life - and other minds throughout history have also observed this phenomenon - that growth seems to move in two directions at the same time.

Quotes by Esperanza Spalding

I don't think it's about playing and singing, to be honest. That seems like old news, you know? I wasn't thinking about that. I just think that's in my body now. Dancers don't think about their legs moving one way...

Quotes by Esperanza Spalding

I'm a fan of mindfulness, and if colouring in is a way of reaching mindfulness, then I think it's great. But I'm amazed that anyone has the time to do that. I certainly don't.

Quotes by Essie Davis

I honestly do think that every character - you pick up the things, little things that you like about them in your life. Especially if you play a character for a long time.

Quotes by Essie Davis

I never do a show where the people just sit there and look at me. They always sing along. It's going to be a fun time.

Quotes by Estelle

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of quotes are on the "Time" page?
A mix of reflective and thought-provoking lines that touch on the word "time" — from an observation about the origins of the word "Amen" to a sweeping claim about being part of the last generation of human beings, plus quotes about security, change, and early scientific curiosity encouraged by family.
Are these all serious, philosophical quotes?
Several of them are — the ones about prayer, humanity's future, and how secrets and security change over time all carry a thoughtful, sometimes weighty tone. If you want more of that kind of depth in Hindi, check out Anmol Vachan or Suvichar on this same theme.
Is there a quote here about family or upbringing?
Yes — one describes a parent taking a child to the museum of natural history and encouraging an early interest in science, a nice reminder of how family shapes curiosity. For more along those lines, see Family quotes.
Why would a quote about security relate to "time"?
Because the quote here is really about how things need to change over time — a secret or a security system that's easy to change can adapt, but one that's hard to change becomes a liability as time passes. It's a good example of how "time" quotes often connect to bigger ideas like Change.
How should I use these quotes?
They work well as thoughtful captions or conversation starters — especially if you want to share something that makes people pause and think rather than just a quick line.

A few quotes look further back, considering time on a generational scale rather than a daily one. For nearby reading in Hindi, see Anmol Vachan or Suvichar on this same theme.