No, this statement by Emerson is not a metaphor. It conveys the idea that those who strive for greatness may face misunderstanding or criticism from others.
yes it has a figure of speech but i dont know whether it is a metaphor..
when you are more wise people interpret your words incorrectly
He thinks they are cowards. He said himself to be misunderstood is great.
Emerson believed that consistency in thought and action was overrated. He saw it as a sign of a small mind and valued individuality and self-expression over conformity. Emerson also believed that those who feared being misunderstood were failing to fully embrace their own unique perspective and insights.
TO BE GREAT IS TO BE MISUNDERSTOOD!
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Metaphor.
An explicit metaphor is a metaphor that is fully explained in great detail. Unlike an implicit metaphor, which the meaning has to be implied.
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"it is a great furnace of wrath" is a metaphor. The pronoun it is used in place of Hell, so Hell is being compared to a great furnace of wrath.
they give him the courage to be himself.
metaphor
satin is wonderful, the type of cloth satin is is exquisite and is generally misunderstood for its softness/smoothness .