Christian Quote by Blaise Pascal
“The Christian religion teaches me two points-that there is a God whom men can know, and that their nature is so corrupt that they are unworthy of Him.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Pensées, Blaise Pascal, 1670
Humanity is fundamentally flawed and distant from divine truth, yet God is accessible to those who seek Him.
In simple terms: People are corrupt but can know God.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility and divine connection.
Themes
theity
faith
knowledge
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- ethical decision making
- spiritual study
- community worship
Key Concepts
Original sin
theology
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile human corruption with moral actions?
- Can knowledge of God change corrupt nature?
A Different Perspective
The claim of inherent corruption may overlook human capacity for good.
![“The Christian religion, [Pascal] claims, teaches two truths: that there is a God who men are capable of knowing, and that there is an element of corruption in men that renders them unworthy of God. Knowledge of God without knowledge of man's wretchedness begets pride, and knowledge of man's…” quote by William Lane Craig](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e53/william-lane-craig-8716_begets_the-christian-religion-pascal-claims-tea_832581.jpg)
