Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Some men's words I remember so well that I must often use them to express my thought. Yes, because I perceive that we have heard the same truth, but they have heard it better.

Some men's words I remember so well that I must often use th

Summary

This quote reflects the admiration and recognition of the power of someone else's words. The speaker acknowledges that they remember and frequently use another person's words as a means of verbalizing their own thoughts. The reason behind this is the belief that both individuals have grasped the same truth, but the other person has a greater understanding and articulation of it. It signifies humility, emphasizing the value and impact of eloquent speech and the notion that some people have a unique ability to express universal truths effectively.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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