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Prudence

In Prudence, Emerson redefines prudence not as cautious self-interest, but as the practical application of moral and spiritual laws to daily life. It’s about living wisely and effectively by aligning one’s actions with universal truths, ensuring genuine and lasting success.

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“In skating over thin ice, our safety is in our speed.”

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Title: Prudence

Author: Ralph Waldo Emerson

Type: Essay

Publisher: Unknown

Publication time: 1841

Link: https://emersoncentral.com/texts/essays-first-series/prudence/

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