Ralph Waldo Emerson (May 25, 1803 - April 27, 1882) was a gifted American poet. I have lovingly collected his best inspirational quotes over the years. These are my favorites, his words of wisdom that I treasure the most.
"Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
(This quote gives me the courage to lead rather than follow.)
"For everything you have missed, you have gained something else, and for everything you gain, you lose something else." ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
(I love the way this puts the choices we make in life into perspective.)
"If the stars should appear but one night every thousand years how man would marvel and stare." ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
(I often read this quote before I go outside to marvel at the night sky. These words allow me to see them with fresh eyes and added appreciation.)
"In art, the hand can never execute anything higher than the heart can imagine." ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
(If I find myself working from my head rather than my heart I think about these words.)
"Never lose an opportunity of seeing anything beautiful, for beauty is God's handwriting." ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
(These beautiful words often ring in my ears as I take in the magnificence of Nature.)
Love me some Ralph Waldo Emerson. Hi5.
Lovely! Number five is my favorite!
Great quotes! Great list! High 5!
select one here...