Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Mysticism is the mistake of an accidental and individual symbol for an universal one.

Mysticism is the mistake of an accidental and individual sym

Summary

This quote suggests that mysticism involves making the error of considering a personal or chance symbol to be representative of a universal symbol. In the realm of mysticism, individuals may mistakenly believe that their unique experiences or symbols hold broader significance for all people. However, this quote implies that such interpretations should be approached with caution, as they may not necessarily reflect universally applicable truths or symbols.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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