⌛ In the Fullness of Time: Fate, Patience, and Destiny 🌟
Definition:
In the fullness of time – At the appropriate or destined moment. Emerging from its biblical roots, this phrase has elegantly woven itself into our literary and everyday lexicon.
Origins and First Appearances:
The origin traces back to the Bible (Galatians 4:4): “But when the fulness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son.” Often used in literary or slightly grandiose contexts, such as a 1751 sermon: “Which in the fullness of time should be made manifest.”
Related and Similar Terms:
- In due time
- When the time is right
- At the proper time
- In God’s time
- At the appointed hour
Synonyms:
- Eventually
- Sooner or later
- Ultimately
Antonyms:
- Prematurely
- Hastily
- Immediately
Humor:
“Patience is not simply the ability to wait - it’s how we behave while we’re waiting.” - Joyce Meyer
Proverbs:
- “Time and tide wait for no man.”
- “Good things come to those who wait.”
Suggested Literature:
- 📚 A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens – Dickens makes frequent use of the concept of destiny awaited.
- 📚 Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen – Darcy’s ultimate confession hinges on the fullness of time.
Suggested Movies:
- 🎬 The Pursuit of Happyness – The story emphasizes patience and the rewards that come with perseverance.
- 🎬 Forrest Gump – Life unfolding in the fullness of time, unexpected turns and all.
Inspirational Thought-Provoking Farewell:
“In the fullness of time lies the beautiful balance between destiny’s gentle unfolding and the richness gained through waiting. Be at peace with time, for what was meant to be will always find its way.”
### Which phrase relates to "in the fullness of time"?
- [x] Eventually, everything falls into place.
- [ ] Run like the wind.
- [ ] He who laughs first, laughs best.
- [ ] Cooking in a twilight zone.
> **Explanation:** "Eventually, everything falls into place" aligns perfectly with the meaning of "in the fullness of time," depicting patience and eventual outcomes.
### Which book's theme aligns with "in the fullness of time"?
- [ ] *The Catcher in the Rye* by J.D. Salinger
- [ ] *Fahrenheit 451* by Ray Bradbury
- [x] *A Tale of Two Cities* by Charles Dickens
- [ ] *Dracula* by Bram Stoker
> **Explanation:** *A Tale of Two Cities* by Charles Dickens often revolves around the concept of fate and destiny taking its course over time.
### Finish the saying: "In the fullness of time..."
- [ ] comes puppies and rainbows.
- [x] everything is made clear.
- [ ] dinosaurs dance with flair.
- [ ] onions and garlic pair.
> **Explanation:** "In the fullness of time, everything is made clear" reflects the eventual unfolding and clarity that comes with time.
### True or False: 'In the fullness of time' originated in Shakespeare’s writing.
- [ ] True
- [x] False
> **Explanation:** The phrase originated from the Bible (Galatians 4:4), not from Shakespeare's works.
