Quote by Henry David Thoreau, Walden Econ
Our manners have been corrupted by communication with the saints.
Summary
This quote suggests that our behavior and manners have been negatively influenced or degraded through our interactions and communications with highly virtuous or enlightened individuals, often referred to as saints. It implies that exposure to such spiritually advanced beings may have had unintended consequences on our own conduct, possibly making us feel inferior or incapable of embodying the same level of moral goodness. It highlights the potential distortions that may arise when comparing oneself to exceptionally virtuous individuals, which could result in a deterioration of one's own moral character.
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Manners
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