“The moment the doctrine of the immortality is separately taught, man is already fallen. In the flowing of love, in the adoration of humility, there is no question of continuance. No inspired man ever asks this question, or condescends to these evidences. For the soul is true to itself, and the man in whom it is shed abroad cannot wander from the present, which is infinite, to a future which would be finite.”
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Work
Selected Writings of Ralph Waldo Emerson: (A Modern Library E-Book)
The book is a compilation of Ralph Waldo Emerson's most significant writings, showcasing his philosophical and literary contributions. It includes his famous essays such as 'Self-Reliance' and 'Nature,' which have had a profound impact on American literature and thought. 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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