Humanity Quote by Blaise Pascal
““Let us then realize our limitations. We are something and we are not everything. Such being as we have conceals from us the knowledge of first principles, which arise from nothingness, and the smallness of our being hides infinity from our sight.””
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Treatise: Pensées, 1670
Calls for awareness of human limits, recognizing that ignorance of fundamentals obscures deeper truths
In simple terms: We are limited, missing fundamental knowledge hides infinity
Key Takeaway
Recognize limits and seek foundational understanding
Themes
philosophy
humility
knowledge
Mood
contemplative
humble
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- self‑reflection
- scientific inquiry
- spiritual contemplation
- education reform
- critical thinking
Key Concepts
metaphysics
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you confront personal limitations?
- What steps reveal first principles?
A Different Perspective
Human cognition may never fully grasp infinity
