Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Want is a growing giant whom the coat of Have was never large enough to cover.

Want is a growing giant whom the coat of Have was never larg

Summary

This quote suggests that the desire or want for more in life is insatiable and cannot be completely fulfilled or satisfied. The growing giant symbolizes the never-ending nature of human desires, while the coat of Have represents material possessions and wealth. No matter how much one has, it will never be enough to fully satisfy their wants and needs. This quote serves as a reminder that the pursuit of material possessions alone is futile, as true contentment cannot be found in external things.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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