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If" is filled with advice on how to best spend your time, and best react in each situation that is presented to you, no matter how diverse it is. So, when Kipling states, "If you can fill the unforgiving minute/With sixty seconds' worth of distance run," he is saying that with every minute that you are given, make the absolute most of it that you can. "Unforgiving minute" refers to the fact that every single minute is 60 seconds long-no more, and no less. So when that minute is up, it is gone, forever. You can't call it back to spend that time differently. A minute is not merciful; it doesn't slow itself down to give you more time, or tack on a few seconds, or take a few of here or there. It is unforgiving time; always constant, always running. So, Kipling's advice is to fill every minute "with sixty seconds' worth of distance run," or to get as much good, effort, energy and distance out of every minute that you are given.
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What does Rudyard Kipling mean in his poem if- fill the unforgiving minute with 60 seconds?
In the poem "If-" by Rudyard Kipling, the line "fill the unforgiving minute with sixty seconds' worth of distance run" means that one should make the most of every moment, maximizing the use of time and taking every opportunity to achieve their goals despite the challenges or obstacles they may face. It emphasizes the importance of being efficient and productive in all aspects of life.
Where did Rudyard Kipling studied?
Rudyard Kipling studied in England
Is Rudyard Kipling's Real Name Rudyard?
His full name was Joseph Rudyard Kipling
Who is the authors of The Jungle Book?
Rudyard Kipling. The Jungle Book was written by Rudyard Kipling. It is a collection of stories that were originally published in a magazines between 1893 and 1894. Some of the drawings in the book were drawn by Rudyard Kipling's father.
How are Rudyard Kipling and lockwood related?
Joseph Rudyard Kipling's parents were named Alice Kipling (nee MacDonald) and John Lockwood Kipling.
What is Kipling's middle name?
Rudyard was his middle name. He was born Joseph Rudyard Kipling.
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There are over 100 Rudyard Kipling FAQ on WikiAnswers.
What is rudyard kiplings middle name?
Rudyard was his middle name. He was born Joseph Rudyard Kipling.
What year did Rudyard Kipling write The Thousandth Man?
Rudyard Kipling wrote "The Thousandth Man" in 1899.
How old was Rudyard Kipling at death?
Rudyard Kipling died on January 18, 1936 at the age of 70.
Who said a women is only a women but a cigar is a good smoke?
Rudyard Kipling said it in Bachelor Ballads.
Was Rudyard Kipling a lesbian?
No, he was not.
