Quote by Henry David Thoreau

The wisest man preaches no doctrines; he has no scheme; he sees no rafter, not even a cobweb, against the heavens. It is clear sky. If I ever see more clearly at one time than at another, the medium through which I see is clearer.

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Summary

This quote suggests that true wisdom and clarity stems from a state of mind that is free from preconceived notions, biases, and personal agendas. The wisest person does not adhere to any specific doctrines or have ulterior motives; they see the world and its possibilities with a clear and unobstructed view. The quote also highlights the idea that the level of clarity one experiences is influenced by their perspective or the lens through which they see the world.

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