Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

If you can not find the truth right where you are, where else do you expect to find it Dogen Belief consists in accepting the affirmations of the soul unbelief, denying them.

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Summary

This quote by Dogen suggests that truth can be found within oneself and the immediate surroundings rather than seeking it elsewhere. It implies that if one cannot acknowledge and understand their own truth in their current circumstances, they will struggle to find it anywhere else. The quote challenges the notion of faith and disbelief, emphasizing the importance of accepting the affirmations of the soul rather than denying them. It underscores the significance of personal introspection and self-awareness in the search for truth.

By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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