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“Without [diversion] we would be in a state of weariness, and this weariness would spur us on to seek a more solid means of escaping from it. But diversion amuses us, and leads us unconsciously to death.”

Quote by Blaise Pascal

Book:Pascal's Pensées

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Pascal's Pensées

Pascal's Pensées is a collection of reflections and arguments that delve into profound questions about existence, God, and the human condition. Written by the French philosopher Blaise Pascal, it is considered a cornerstone of Western philosophy and has influenced countless thinkers and writers over the centuries. more

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Blaise Pascal was a French mathematician, physicist, philosopher, and theologian. He was born on June 19, 1623, and died on August 19, 1662. Pascal's contributions to mathematics were particularly significant, with groundbreaking work in probability theory, analytical geometry, and early calculus. more

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Book:Pascal's Pensees

Source: Pascal's Pensees

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Book:Pascal's Pensées: Selections

Source: Pascal's Pensées: Selections

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Book:Pascal Pensées

Source: Pascal Pensées

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