Quote by Henry David Thoreau

Most are engaged in business the greater part of their lives, because the soul abhors a vacuum and they have not discovered any continuous employment for man's nobler faculties

Most are engaged in business the greater part of their lives

Summary

This quote suggests that many people are occupied with work and business for a significant portion of their lives. The reason for this is that the human soul dislikes idleness and individuals have not yet found meaningful and consistent ways to engage their higher capabilities. In other words, people keep themselves busy with mundane tasks because they haven't discovered or pursued the opportunities that allow them to use their talents and higher faculties to their full potential.

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Business Living

By Henry David Thoreau

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