The world - this shadow of the soul, or other me - lies wide around. Its attractions are the keys which unlock my thoughts and make me acquainted with myself. I run eagerly into this resounding tumult... So much only of life as I know by experience... The true scholar grudges every opportunity of action past by, as a loss of power.
Ralph Waldo EmersonMan is a stream whose source is hidden. Our being is descending into us from we know not whence.
Ralph Waldo EmersonIf in the least particular, one could derange the order of nature, who would accept the gift of life?
Ralph Waldo EmersonSolvency is maintained by means of a national debt, on the principle, "If you will not lend me the money, how can I pay you?"
Ralph Waldo Emerson