This time
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This time,
like all times,
is a very good one,
if we but know what to do with it.
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Meaning
This quote means every era contains possibility if people know how to use it well. Opportunity is always present.
About Author
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Ralph Waldo Emerson was an American essayist, philosopher, and poet, known for his work on transcendentalism and individualism. His quotes often reflect self-reliance, wisdom, and introspection. Emerson inspires writers, thinkers, and students to embrace personal growth, independent thought, and the philosophical exploration of life and nature.
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