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 had not lived.

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

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their motive for retreating to the woods - a desire to live intentionally, focusing solely on what truly matters in life. They seek to gain knowledge and understanding from the essence of life itself, hoping to avoid reaching the end only to realize they hadn't embraced the fullness of existence. This quote reflects a longing for a purposeful and profound life, where every moment is cherished and lived with mindfulness.

By Henry David Thoreau

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