Quote by Walt Whitman

There is no object so soft but it makes a hub for the wheeled universe.

There is no object so soft but it makes a hub for the wheele

Summary

This quote suggests that even the softest and seemingly insignificant things can serve as a foundation or support for larger and more impactful elements. Like a hub at the center of a wheel, which connects and supports the entire mechanism, even the smallest and gentlest objects can play a vital role in the functioning of the broader world. It emphasizes the idea that every seemingly smaller aspect has the potential to contribute to a greater whole.

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By Walt Whitman

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