Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

A great man quotes bravely, and will not draw on his invention when his memory serves him with a word just as good.

A great man quotes bravely, and will not draw on his inventi

Summary

This quote suggests that a truly remarkable individual is not afraid to rely on the knowledge stored in their memory. Instead of relying on their creativity or improvisation skills, they confidently quote information or words that they have already learned and remember. It implies that a person of greatness values the wisdom and insight gained from previous experiences or teachings, and is not merely relying on their own inventive abilities.

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