Atheists Quote by Blaise Pascal
““ Atheists . What grounds have they for saying that no one can rise from the dead? Which is harder, to be born or to rise again? That what has never been should be, or that what has been should be once more? Is it harder to come into existence than to come back? Habit makes us find the one easy, while lack of habit makes us find the other impossible.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Pensées by Blaise Pascal, 1670
Pascal questions the difficulty of believing in resurrection versus birth, noting habit makes one easier and the other seem impossible.
In simple terms: Questioning existence and rebirth is harder without habit.
Key Takeaway
Consider how habit shapes belief in impossible concepts.
Themes
philosophy
theology
existence
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- religious debate
- existential inquiry
Key Concepts
metaphysics
habit
belief
Questions to Reflect On
- What beliefs are made easy by habit?
- How can we challenge habitual thinking?
A Different Perspective
Habit may bias perception, limiting openness to new possibilities.
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