Quote by Henry David Thoreau
The purity men love is like the mists which envelope the earth, and not like the azure ether beyond.
Summary
This quote suggests that the purity that people often idealize is fleeting and elusive, much like the mists that surround the earth. It implies that society's notion of purity is usually constrained by and fixated on mundane and impermanent aspects, rather than reaching for a higher level of purity represented by the limitless, untainted azure ether. The quote encourages individuals to aim for a deeper, genuine purity that transcends conventional societal constructs.
Topics
Purity
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