Divine Quote by Blaise Pascal
“Human beings must be known to be loved; but Divine beings must be loved to be known.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Pensées by Blaise Pascal, 1670
Human beings need to be known before they can be loved, whereas divine beings require love before they can be known.
In simple terms: Love precedes understanding for the divine.
Seek to love before seeking to know.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- spiritual practice
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does love change your perception of the divine?
- Can love be a path to knowledge?
Love alone may not reveal truth without reason.