Quote by Henry David Thoreau

I have a deep sympathy with war, it so apes the gait and bearing of the soul.

I have a deep sympathy with war, it so apes the gait and bea

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This quote suggests that the speaker has a strong connection to war, possibly understanding and relating to its destructive nature. The phrase "so apes the gait and bearing of the soul" implies that war mirrors and reflects the essence of human existence. It could imply a fascination or profound emotional response to the intensity and rawness of war, indicating that the speaker may see in it a reflection of the human condition.

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