"Nothing is at last sacred but the integrity of your own mind." -Ralph Waldo Emerson, The Over-Soul The Over-Soul (1841) is a treatise on transcendentalism. Emerson was one of the original authors of this philosophical system, and in his essay, he argues the basic principles of individualism and free thought. He also elaborates on his belief that God lives in each of us, that we can communicate with the spiritual world without any formal religious affiliation, and that our souls are limitless, free to rise above the petty circumstances of daily life and to merge with the universal spirit.
"Nothing is at last sacred but the integrity of your own mind." -Ralph Waldo Emerson, The Over-Soul The Over-Soul (1841) is a treatise on transcendentalism. Emerson was one of the original authors of this philosophical system, and in his essay, he argues the basic principles of individualism and free thought. He also elaborates on his belief that God lives in each of us, that we can communicate with the spiritual world without any formal religious affiliation, and that our souls are limitless, free to rise above the petty circumstances of daily life and to merge with the universal spirit.Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
Ralph Waldo Emerson was a prominent 19th-century American essayist, philosopher, and poet. He was a leading figure in the transcendentalist movement, which emphasized self-reliance, individuality, and a deep connection to nature. Emerson's influential works inspired a generation to pursue personal authenticity and reject societal conformity.Born in 1803 in Boston, Massachusetts, Emerson came from a family of ministers and attended Harvard University. Initially, he followed a path in ministry but left due to personal doubts and a desire for intellectual independence. This shift led him to focus on writing, where he explored philosophy and human spirituality.Emerson's legacy lies in his profound influence on American thought and literature, inspiring figures such as Henry David Thoreau and Walt Whitman. His essays, particularly Self-Reliance and Nature, challenged readers to look within for truth and purpose. Emerson's work remains a foundation of American intellectual history, embodying ideals of self-expression and inner conviction.
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