Eternity Quote by Blaise Pascal
““When I consider the short duration of my life, swallowed up in the eternity before and after, the little space which I fill, and even can see, engulfed in the infinite immensity of spaces of which I am ignorant, and which know me not, I am frightened, and am astonished at being here rather than there; for there is no reason why here rather than there, why now rather than then. Who has put me here? By whose order and direction have this place and time been allotted to me? Memoria hospitis unius diei prætereuntis.””
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Treatise: Pensées, 1670
Human existence feels fleeting and uncertain within vast unknown, prompting existential awe and fear.
In simple terms: Life is brief and mysterious, causing wonder and fear.
Key Takeaway
Contemplate life's purpose and humility.
Themes
existentialism
humility
wonder
Mood
thoughtful
humble
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- philosophical study
- spiritual contemplation
Key Concepts
finite existence
infinite cosmos
self‑reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- What gives your life meaning?
- How do you reconcile uncertainty with purpose?
A Different Perspective
The quote may overwhelm with nihilistic implications.
