Beer Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
“Next to the originator of a good sentence is the first quoter of it.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Self-Reliance, 1841
The first person to repeat a good sentence is as important as its creator because they spread the idea.
In simple terms: First quoter spreads a good sentence.
Key Takeaway
Share valuable ideas promptly.
Themes
communication
influence
authorship
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
observational
analytical
When to use this quote
- education
- publishing
- social media
- academic citation
Key Concepts
cultural transmission
memetics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does quoting shape a message?
- Who benefits from being first to quote?
A Different Perspective
Original creators may be forgotten if not echoed.
