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Life is divided into three terms - that which was, which is, and which will be. Let us learn from the past to profit by
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"Life is divided into three terms - that which was, which is, and which will be. Let us learn from the past to profit by the present, and from the present to live better in the future"

- William Wordsworth

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This quote by William Wordsworth speaks with the significance of learning from the past and utilizing that understanding to improve our present and future. He suggests that life is divided into three distinct parts: the past, today, and the future. We need to utilize the lessons of the past to notify our decisions in the present, and use our present experiences to make much better decisions in the future. This quote motivates us to review our past experiences and use them to make much better decisions in the present and future. It also reminds us that our actions today will have an effect on our future. By gaining from the past and making smart choices in today, we can create a much better future for ourselves and those around us.

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William Wordsworth This quote is written / told by William Wordsworth between April 7, 1770 and April 23, 1850. He was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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