Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Great men, great nations, have not been boasters and buffoons, but perceivers of the terror of life, and have manned themselves to face it.

Great men, great nations, have not been boasters and buffoon

Summary

This quote highlights that individuals and nations that achieve greatness are not those who boast and act like fools, but those who possess deep insight into the harsh realities of life and confront them courageously. Rather than denying or avoiding the fears and challenges of existence, they acknowledge the terrifying aspects and equip themselves to confront and overcome them. It suggests that resilience in the face of difficulty, rather than arrogance or foolishness, is what truly leads to greatness in individuals and nations.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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