If the stars should appear one night in a thousand years, how would men believe and adore; and preserve for many generations the remembrance of the city of God which had been shown! But every night come out these envoys of beauty, and light the universe with their admonishing smile.

Summary

This quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson emphasizes the idea that we often take the extraordinary beauty of everyday wonders for granted. If stars appeared only once every thousand years, humanity would cherish and revere them. However, as they grace the night sky every night, their magnificence goes unnoticed. Emerson suggests that we should appreciate and value the constant beauty and inspiration found in the world around us, as it is often the most consistent and lasting sources of awe and guidance.

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