Astronomy Quote by Blaise Pascal
““The eternal silence of these infinite spaces terrifies me””
About This Quote
Source Book: Pensées by Blaise Pascal, 1670
The vast emptiness of the cosmos can be overwhelming and frightening to contemplate.
In simple terms: Space can feel scary.
Key Takeaway
Embrace curiosity despite fear.
Themes
existential
cosmos
fear
Mood
awe
introspective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- stargazing
- philosophical reflection
- space exploration
- contemplating mortality
Key Concepts
philosophy
infinity
silence
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the infinite make you feel?
- How can you turn fear of the unknown into curiosity?
A Different Perspective
The awe of the universe can also inspire wonder, not just terror.
![“[I feel] engulfed in the infinite immensity of spaces whereof I know nothing, and which know nothing of me, I am terrified The eternal silence of these infinite spaces alarms me.” quote by Blaise Pascal](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/6cc/blaise-pascal-167_alarms_i-feel-engulfed-in-the-infinite-immensit_1162314.jpg)
