Seven Ages of Man by William Shakespeare

 

The Seven Ages of Man is a concept popularized by William Shakespeare in his play As You Like It. In the play, the character Jaques delivers a monologue in which he divides human life into seven stages:

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  1. Infancy: From birth to 2 years old: The infant is completely dependent on others for care and survival. They are helpless and unable to communicate effectively.
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  1. Childhood: From 2 to 7 years old: The child begins to develop independence and learn to walk, talk, and play. They are curious and explore the world around them.
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  1. Schoolboy: From 7 to 14 years old: The schoolboy is more independent and begins to learn more formally. They are often competitive and seek approval from others.
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  1. Lover: From 14 to 21 years old: The lover is full of passion and emotion. They are idealistic and believe in love at first sight.
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  1. Soldier: From 21 to 28 years old: The soldier is brave and willing to fight for what they believe in. They are loyal to their friends and country.
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  1. Justice: From 28 to 42 years old: The justice is wise and respected. They are fair and impartial in their judgments.
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  1. Old Man: From 42 to death: The old man is frail and weak. They are often nostalgic and reflect on their life.
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Shakespeare's concept of the Seven Ages of Man is a general overview of human life, and it does not apply to everyone. However, it is a useful way to think about the different stages of life and the challenges and joys that each stage brings.

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