Abandon Quote by Blaise Pascal
“Those are weaklings who know the truth and uphold it as long as it suits their purpose, and then abandon it.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Treatise: Pensées, 1670
People cling to truths that suit them, abandoning them when inconvenient, showing moral inconsistency.
In simple terms: People often ignore truths when inconvenient.
Key Takeaway
Seek consistent principles.
Themes
philosophy
ethics
human nature
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
thought‑provoking
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- political discourse
- leadership
Key Concepts
Moral relativism
integrity
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we abandon inconvenient truths?
- How can we stay true to principles?
A Different Perspective
Changing entrenched beliefs is challenging.
