Quote by Henry David Thoreau

I have seen how the foundations of the world are laid, and I have not the least doubt that it will stand a good while.

I have seen how the foundations of the world are laid, and I

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker has witnessed the processes that shape the world and firmly believes in its stability. The phrase "foundations of the world" conveys the underlying structures or principles on which society and existence are built. By confidently stating that the world will endure for a considerable period, the quote implies that the speaker possesses a profound understanding of the world's fundamental workings and has faith in its ability to withstand the test of time.

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