Feeble Quote by Blaise Pascal
“Man is but a reed, the most feeble thing in nature, but he is a thinking reed.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Pensées by Blaise Pascal, 1650s
Human frailty contrasts with our capacity for thought, making us both weak and profound.
In simple terms: We are weak yet thinking.
Acknowledge limits, use reason.
Themes
Mood
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When to use this quote
- education
- mental health
- creative work
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does thought empower the weak?
- What responsibilities arise from our thinking?
Focusing on weakness may cause despair.