Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Pass in, pass in, the angels say, In to the upper doors; Nor count compartments of the floors, But mount to Paradise By the stairway of surprise.

Pass in, pass in, the angels say, In to the upper doors; Nor

Summary

The quote suggests that instead of getting caught up in details and compartments of life, one should focus on ascending to a higher realm of existence. The angels encourage us to surpass mundane considerations and ascend to the gates of heaven by embracing unexpected and surprising experiences. It symbolizes a call to embrace openness, curiosity, and the unknown in order to reach a state of transcendence and spiritual fulfillment.

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Paradise Door

By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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