Every fact is related on one side to sensation
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Every fact is related on one side to sensation,
and, on the other, to morals.
The game of thought is,
on the appearance of one of these two sides,
to find the other: given the upper,
to find the under side.
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Meaning
This quote means every fact has both a physical side and a moral side, and thinking seeks to connect the two.
About Author
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Ralph Waldo Emerson was an American essayist, philosopher, and poet, known for his work on transcendentalism and individualism. His quotes often reflect self-reliance, wisdom, and introspection. Emerson inspires writers, thinkers, and students to embrace personal growth, independent thought, and the philosophical exploration of life and nature.
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