Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Here is the world, sound as a nut, perfect, not the smallest piece of chaos left, never a stitch nor an end, not a mark of haste, or botching, or second thought; but the theory of the world is a thing of shreds and patches

Here is the world, sound as a nut, perfect, not the smallest

Summary

This quote highlights the contrast between the perceived perfection and orderliness of the world, compared to the underlying reality of chaos and imperfection. The phrase "sound as a nut" implies that the world appears complete and intact at first glance, with no signs of disorder or mistakes. However, the quote suggests that this apparent cohesion is merely a superficial illusion. It implies that the true nature of the world is fragmented and composed of various contradictory elements, much like a patchwork made of shreds and patches.

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