Quotes by R. W. Emerson

Every great and commanding movement in the annals of the world is the triumph of enthusiasm.

— R. W. Emerson

Life

Character is higher than intellect. A great soul will be strong to live as well as strong to think.

— R. W. Emerson

Wisdom

If you would lift me, you must be on higher ground.

— R. W. Emerson

Wisdom

Great men are they who see that spiritual is stronger than any material force.

— R. W. Emerson

Wisdom

The orator is thereby an orator that he keeps his feet ever on a fact.

— R. W. Emerson

Wisdom

Nothing is more simple than greatness; indeed to be simple is to be great.

— R. W. Emerson

Wisdom

There is a remedy for every wrong and a satisfaction for every soul.

— R. W. Emerson

Wisdom

God offers to every mind its choice between truth and repose.

— R. W. Emerson

Truth