Convince Quote by Blaise Pascal
“Put the world's greatest philosopher on a plank that is wider than need be; if there is a precipe below, although his reason may convince him that he is safe, his imagination will prevail.”
About This Quote
A philosopher may be convinced by reason of safety, but imagination can override rational assurance.
In simple terms: Reason can be overridden by imagination.
Key Takeaway
Trust both reason and imagination.
Themes
reason
imagination
certainty
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- making decisions
- risk assessment
- creative problem solving
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
psychology
skepticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance reason and imagination?
- When does imagination help more than reason?
A Different Perspective
Imagination may be unreliable in critical safety contexts.
