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The whole world is an omen and a sign. Why look so…

“The whole world is an omen and a sign. Why look so wistfully in a corner? Man is the Image of God. Why run after a ghost or a dream? The voice of divination resounds everywhere and runs to waste unheard, unregarded, as the mountains echo with the bleatings of cattle.” quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
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“The whole world is an omen and a sign. Why look so wistfully in a corner? Man is the Image of God. Why run after a ghost or a dream? The voice of divination resounds everywhere and runs to waste unheard, unregarded, as the mountains echo with the bleatings of cattle.”

Ralph Waldo Emerson

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The world is full of signs; humans seek meaning, but often ignore divine whispers.

In simple terms: World is full of signs; people ignore them.

Key Takeaway

Pay attention to subtle messages.

Themes

philosophy spirituality perception

Mood

contemplative reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily mindfulness
  • creative inspiration
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

divine order human longing nature symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What signs have you missed?
  • How do you discern meaning?
A Different Perspective

Noise can drown out insight.

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