Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

'Tis the old secret of the gods that they come in low disguises.

'Tis the old secret of the gods that they come in low disgui

Summary

This quote suggests that the gods, or divine beings, often appear in ordinary, unassuming forms or situations. It implies that they do not reveal themselves in grand or obvious ways, but instead conceal their true nature. The quote points to the idea that divine intervention or higher powers can manifest in the mundane aspects of life, reminding us to stay open-minded and attentive, as the extraordinary may be camouflaged within the ordinary.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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