Quote by Henry David Thoreau

The language of excitement is at best picturesque; merely. You must be calm before you can utter oracles.

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Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of maintaining composure and clarity of thought in order to convey meaningful and profound messages. It suggests that when one is too excited or overwhelmed, their words may lack substance and coherence. By advocating for calmness, the quote implies that true wisdom and insight can only emerge when one is able to think and express themselves in a measured and thoughtful manner.

By Henry David Thoreau

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