As gas light is found to be the best nocturnal police, so the universe protects itself by pitiless publicity

As gas light is found to be the best nocturnal police, so the universe protects itself by pitiless publicity

Ralph Waldo Emerson, a renowned American essayist, lecturer, and poet, was known for his profound insights into human nature and the interconnectedness of all things in the universe. One of his most famous quotes, “As gas light is found to be the best nocturnal police, so the universe protects itself by pitiless publicity,” reflects his belief in the inherent balance and order of the natural world.