Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Every mind has a choice between truth and repose. Take which you please you can never have both.


Every mind has a choice between truth and repose. Take which

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals face a dilemma between seeking truth or finding inner peace. It implies that one must choose between the intellectual pursuit of truth, which may involve discomfort and uncertainty, or the satisfaction and tranquility that can be found in ignorance or a lack of inquiry. The quote concludes that it is impossible to possess both options simultaneously; one must make a conscious decision between the pursuit of truth and the desire for serenity.

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Truth
By Ralph Waldo Emerson
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