“It is dangerous to tell the people that the laws are unjust; for they obey them only because they think them just. Therefore it isnecessary to tell them at the same time that they must obey them because they are laws, just as they must obey superiors, not because they are just, but because they are superiors. In this way all sedition is prevented.”
This book compiles a selection of essays, letters, and other writings by Blaise Pascal, showcasing his insights on philosophy, mathematics, and religion. Pascal's works are renowned for their depth and complexity, offering readers a glimpse into the mind of one of history's most influential thinkers. more
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
“We are never in search of things, but always in search of the search.”
“I don't want to be king, I want to be real.”
“Take less time to read the scorecard and more time to read the hole.”