Being played Quote by Blaise Pascal
“God is, or He is not." But to which side shall we incline? Reason can decide nothing here. There is an infinite chaos which separated us. A game is being played at the extremity of this infinite distance where heads or tails will turn up. What will you wager?”
About This Quote
Source Book: Pensées by Blaise Pascal, 1670
Human reason cannot resolve the existence of God; faith is a wager amid uncertainty.
In simple terms: Reason fails to prove God; faith is a gamble.
Key Takeaway
Choose belief despite doubt.
Themes
faith
reason
uncertainty
existence
choice
Mood
contemplative
serious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- personal belief decisions
- ethical dilemmas
- existential crises
- theological debates
Key Concepts
Pascal's Wager
philosophical skepticism
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you think belief without proof is rational?
- How does the concept of a wager affect moral choices?
A Different Perspective
Faith may conflict with empirical evidence and personal experience.
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