Henry David Thoreau

It is so rare to meet with a man outdoors who cherishes a worthy thought in his mind, which is independent of the labor of his hands.

Henry David Thoreau

It is the greatest of all advantages to enjoy no advantage at all.

Henry David Thoreau

It is usually the imagination that is wounded first, rather than the heart; it being much more sensitive.

Henry David Thoreau

It often happens that a man is more humanely related to a cat or dog than to any human being.

Henry David Thoreau

It takes two to speak the truth – one to speak and another to hear.

Henry David Thoreau

It’s not worth our while to let our imperfections disturb us always.

Henry David Thoreau

It’s the beauty within us that makes it possible for us to recognize the beauty around us. The question is not what you look at but what you see.

Henry David Thoreau

Justice is sweet and musical; but injustice is harsh and discordant.

Henry David Thoreau

Let nothing come between you and the light.

Henry David Thoreau

Life consists with wildness. The most alive is the wildest. Not yet subdued to man, its presence refreshes him.

Henry David Thoreau