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Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

“There is really no insurmountable barrier save your own inherent weakness of purpose.”

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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

“[What for] was the first question he asked about any activity proposed to him - and nothing would make him act, if he found no valid answer. He flew through the days of his summer month like a rocket, but if one stopped him in mid-flight, he could always name the purpose of his every random moment. Two things were impossible to him: to stand still or to move aimlessly.”

Ifs Firsts Stills Two Moments Moving Purpose Found Names Answers Impossible Months Activity Summer Flight Two Things Rockets Flew

Book:Atlas Shrugged

Source: Atlas Shrugged

“RECONCILIATION, n. A suspension of hostilities. An armed truce for the purpose of digging up the dead.”

Purpose Reconciliation Hostility Digging Suspension Truce

Book:The Unabridged Devil's Dictionary

Source: The Unabridged Devil's Dictionary

“MACE, n. A staff of office signifying authority. Its form, that of a heavy club, indicates its original purpose and use in dissuading from dissent.”

Use Form Purpose Office Authority Originals Clubs Heavy Staff Dissent Signifying

Book:The Devil's Dictionary: The Devil World

Source: The Devil's Dictionary: The Devil World

Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

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