Quote by Henry David Thoreau

I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I have not lived.

I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, t

Summary

This quote, often attributed to Henry David Thoreau, reflects his desire to escape the distractions and complexities of society and connect with the simplicity of nature. By retreating to the woods, Thoreau seeks a deliberate and intentional way of living, focusing only on the fundamental aspects of life. He aims to gain valuable knowledge and wisdom from nature, hoping to avoid reaching the end of his life and realizing that he never truly experienced or understood its true essence.

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By Henry David Thoreau

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