“Put God in your debt. Every stroke shall be repaid. The longer the payment is with-held, the better for you; for compound interest on compound interest is the rate and usage of this exchequer.”
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
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THE AMERICAN SCHOLAR SELF-RELIANCE COMPENSATION
Ralph Waldo Emerson's seminal work, 'The American Scholar,' is a reflection on the nature of individualism and the pursuit of knowledge. The essay emphasizes the importance of self-reliance and the cultivation of personal integrity, advocating for the individual's right to think independently and to seek truth through personal experience. more
Author
Ralph Waldo Emerson
American essayist, poet, and philosopher. Born on May 25, 1803, and died on April 27, 1882. Known for his transcendentalist philosophy, his works have had a profound impact on literature and the intellectual world. more
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