"They cause that in all the universe men purify and sanctify their hea… — Walden

Walden — Henry David Thoreau

"They cause that in all the universe men purify and sanctify their hearts, and clothe themselves in their holiday garments to offer sacrifices and oblations to their ancestors. It is an ocean of subtile intelligences. They are everywhere, above us, on our left, on our right; they environ us on all sides."

Place: ¶251
License: Public domain · Source
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