Intelligence Quote by Blaise Pascal
“Nothing is so conformable to reason as to disavow reason.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Treatise: Pensées, 1670
Reason is comfortable, but rejecting reason is even more unsettling, emphasizing the paradox of rational denial.
In simple terms: Rejecting reason feels worse.
Key Takeaway
Question irrational dismissals.
Themes
philosophy
logic
paradox
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
skeptical
When to use this quote
- debates
- critical thinking workshops
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Rationality
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we deny logical conclusions?
- How can we accept uncomfortable truths?
A Different Perspective
People may cling to irrational beliefs.
