Which of these is a famous aphorism from Emerson's 'Self-Reliance'?
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Correct answer: To be great is to be misunderstood
Emerson argues that many of history's greatest figures (Socrates, Jesus, Newton) were misunderstood by their contemporaries. He uses this to encourage the individual to embrace their unique perspective despite social backlash.
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