Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

I cannot forgive a scholar his homeless despondency.

I cannot forgive a scholar his homeless despondency.

Summary

This quote implies that the speaker finds it difficult to forgive or understand a scholar who lacks motivation or purpose, essentially being "homeless" in terms of their intellectual endeavors. It suggests that the speaker values ambition and drive in scholars, viewing despair or hopelessness as unacceptable traits in someone who is meant to be knowledgeable and have a thirst for knowledge. The quote highlights the expectation for scholars to embody a sense of purpose and dedication in their pursuit of knowledge.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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