Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Fate, then, is a name for facts not yet passed under the fire of thought; for causes which are unpenetrated.

Fate, then, is a name for facts not yet passed under the fir

Summary

This quote suggests that the concept of fate arises from circumstances and events that have not yet been fully understood or analyzed. It implies that the term "fate" is used to describe things that have not undergone critical examination or investigation. It highlights the notion that what we might perceive as fate is often a result of unknown causes or circumstances that we have yet to comprehend or explore.

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Fate & Destiny

By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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