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This intriguing riddle points to a fundamental aspect of our perception of time. The lines "I never was and am always to be. No one ever saw me, nor ever will" perfectly describe a period that is perpetually ahead of us. By definition, this period has not yet arrived and therefore cannot be experienced in the present or remembered from the past. It is a constant, future state that is always approaching but never truly becomes the present moment while still being referred to as such. Once it arrives, it transforms into "today," making the previous instance of itself cease to be the future.
Furthermore, this concept profoundly embodies "the confidence of all who live and breathe." The expectation of a future day is a powerful driver of human endeavor and hope. It represents new opportunities, a chance for improvement, the pursuit of goals, and the belief that challenges can be overcome. Without the prospect of a future, much of our planning, motivation, and resilience would diminish. It is the invisible promise of what is to come that fuels our daily lives and helps us navigate uncertainties.
This riddle cleverly highlights our abstract relationship with time and the psychological comfort we derive from anticipating what lies ahead. It's a universal concept that, despite its intangible nature, holds immense significance in shaping our actions, aspirations, and overall outlook on life. It reminds us that while we live in the present, our minds are often looking forward, finding purpose and encouragement in the continuous unfolding of time.
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We sound like Eden as a pair. Make us weight, we won't play fair. Sometimes consensus, most times schism. Usually locked away in prism. If by chance you seek, then throw. The serpent sees where we meet low. We carry freight when we meet high, But separate us, and we die.
21Unlike other rulers I am strengthened by neglect. Over my jurisdiction, great taxes I elect. When routine dues are paid, I am weakened severely. Yet if too long delayed, it may cost you quite dearly. My vault is of the flesh, my tellers silver and bone. The upkeep of the kingdom is financed with a loan.
20I have a heart that never beats, I have a home but I never sleep. I can take a mans house and build anothers, And I love to play games with my many brothers. I am a king among fools. Who am I?
19You may think me an actor; people come from all over the world to see me play my role. The play begins like all plays do – the red curtain draws aside, and I come onto the stage. There is one other actor. He is dressed in beautiful, bright clothing. I, however, am entirely naked. There are many acts in this play, in between which the other actor helps me to get dressed before the curtain reopens. He dresses me in colorful piercings and a red coat. The story we tell is a tragedy through dance. My choreography is straightforward, but if he forgets his then the play is over. Either way, I consider this a once in a lifetime performance. What role do I play?
19I'm the end that brings the end, I'm the one that hides. Shackles gird me waist to toe, Sealed in tower I. Ever tasked to make amends, Slowly here I die. My stricken foe you'll never know, His death is met with sigh.
19Twice born but once it dies. A more feline obelisk then a dairy soar. Some to royalty will rise. When seen by many they're adored. What is it?