Quote by Henry David Thoreau

At the same time that we are earnest to explore and learn all things, we require that all things be mysterious and unexplorable, that land and sea be infinitely wild, unsurveyed and unfathomed by us because unfathomable.

At the same time that we are earnest to explore and learn al

Summary

This quote expresses the human desire for exploration and knowledge, while also acknowledging the importance of mystery and the unknown in our lives. We are driven to explore and understand everything around us, but at the same time, we need to recognize that there are limits to our understanding. We find solace and inspiration in the vastness of the unexplored, the untamed, and the unfathomable elements of the world. It is within this mysterious realm that our sense of wonder and curiosity continue to thrive.

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By Henry David Thoreau

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