Heart Quote by Blaise Pascal
“We know truth, not only by the reason, but also by the heart.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Treatise: Pensées, 1670
Truth is accessed both through rational thought and emotional intuition.
In simple terms: Both reason and heart reveal truth.
Key Takeaway
Balance intellect and feeling.
Themes
philosophy
epistemology
emotion
reason
dualism
Mood
thoughtful
balanced
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- decision making
- ethical deliberation
- personal insight
Key Concepts
rationalism
intuition
holistic understanding
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you integrate feeling with logic?
- When does emotion override reason?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on one can skew perception.
