Ralph Waldo Emerson, Essays: Quotes

A collection of quotes by Ralph Waldo Emerson, Essays:.

Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882) was an American philosopher, essayist, and poet. He is best known for his collection of essays titled "Essays," which explore various themes such as self-reliance, spirituality, and the power of nature. As a prominent figure in the Transcendentalist movement, Emerson emphasized the importance of individualism and sought to inspire his readers to trust their own experiences and intuition. His works continue to be celebrated for their profound insights into human nature and the quest for personal fulfillment.

All infractions of love and equity in our social relations a

All infractions of love and equity in our social relations are speedily punished. They are punished by fear. Whilst I stand in simple relations to my fellow-man, I have no displeasure in meeting him. We meet as water meets water, or as two currents of air mix, with perfect diffusion and interpenetration of nature. But as soon as there is any departure from simplicity, and attempt at halfness, or good for me that is not good for him, my neighbour feels the wrong; he shrinks from me as far as I have shrunk from him; his eyes no longer seek mine; there is war between us; there is hate in him and fear in me.

Ralph Waldo Emerson, Essays:

Relationships

A man cannot speak but he judges himself. With his will or

A man cannot speak but he judges himself. With his will or against his will he draws his portrait to the eye of his companions by every word. Every opinion reacts on him who utters it. It is a threadball thrown at a mark, but the other end remains on the thrower

Ralph Waldo Emerson, Essays:

Opinion