Quote by Henry David Thoreau

As we passed under the last bridge over the canal, just before reaching the Merrimack, the people coming out of church paused to look at us from above, and apparently, so strong is custom, indulged in some heathenish comparisons; but we were the truest observers of this sunny day

As we passed under the last bridge over the canal, just befo

Summary

This quote highlights the experience of the author as they traveled under a bridge on a canal. They noticed that people exiting a nearby church paused to observe them from above and seemingly made some judgmental comparisons. However, the author reflects that they, as travelers, were the ones who truly observed and appreciated the beauty of the sunny day. This quote suggests that sometimes those who are preoccupied with customs or societal norms may miss out on the genuine and authentic experiences that come from being an observer of the world.

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