Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

The office of the scholar is to cheer, to raise, and to guide men by showing them facts amidst appearances. He plies the slow, unhonored, and unpaid task of observation. He is the world's eye.

The office of the scholar is to cheer, to raise, and to guid

Summary

This quote highlights the role of a scholar in society. Scholars have the responsibility to inspire and uplift others by revealing the truth behind superficial appearances. They undertake the patient and often underappreciated task of keenly observing and studying the world. In doing so, scholars act as the eyes of the world, shedding light on knowledge and understanding to guide humanity.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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