Ends Quote by Blaise Pascal
“For after all what is man in nature? A nothing in relation to infinity, all in relation to nothing, a central point between nothing and all and infinitely far from understanding either. The ends of things and their beginnings are impregnably concealed from him in an impenetrable secret. He is equally incapable of seeing the nothingness out of which he was drawn and the infinite in which he is engulfed.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Treatise: Pensées, 1670
Human existence is a paradox of insignificance and infinite curiosity, shrouded in mystery.
In simple terms: Man is tiny yet seeks meaning.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility and wonder.
Themes
existential
philosophy
infinity
knowledge
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- academic study
- spiritual contemplation
Key Concepts
metaphysics
human condition
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we find purpose amid insignificance?
- What does “infinite” mean for daily life?
A Different Perspective
May lead to nihilism if misinterpreted.
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