Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

The measure of action is the sentiment from which it proceeds. The greatest action may easily be one of the most private circumstance.

The measure of action is the sentiment from which it proceed

Summary

This quote suggests that the true significance of an action lies in the underlying intention or emotion behind it. It implies that the impact of an action is not solely determined by its outward appearance or magnitude, but rather by the personal sentiment driving it. Furthermore, it implies that some of the most impactful actions may occur in private, highlighting that their significance is not confined to grand gestures but can also be found in the smaller, personal moments.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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