Trust men and they will be true to you
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Trust men and they will be true to you;
treat them greatly and they will show themselves great.
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Meaning
This quote means when people are trusted and treated with greatness, they often rise to meet that expectation.
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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