Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

There are as many pillows of illusion as flakes in a snow-storm. We wake from one dream into another dream.

There are as many pillows of illusion as flakes in a snow-st

Summary

This quote, attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson, suggests that there are countless false perceptions and illusions in life, likening them to the infinite number of snowflakes in a snowstorm. It implies that as humans, we transition from one delusion or misconception to another, continuously awakening from one flawed belief only to find ourselves engaging in another. It highlights the idea that our understanding of reality is subjective and constantly evolving, reminding us to remain mindful of the illusions we may unwittingly embrace in our perception of the world.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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