Abyss Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
“Is it not better to intimate our astonishment as we pass through this world if it be only for a moment ere we are swallowed up in the yeast of the abyss? I will lift up my hands and say Kosmos.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Nature, 1836
One should express awe briefly, acknowledging life's fleeting nature before being consumed by the unknown.
In simple terms: Express awe briefly before being overwhelmed.
Key Takeaway
Embrace fleeting wonder, then move forward.
Themes
transience
wonder
existence
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- travel
- artistic creation
- meditation
- life transitions
Key Concepts
Transcendentalism
impermanence
cosmic perspective
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you capture fleeting awe?
- What does “Kosmos” represent for you?
A Different Perspective
The poetic language may obscure practical application.
