Quote by Blaise Pascal

Justice and truth are two such subtle points, that our tools are too blunt to touch them accurately. If they reach the point, they either crush it, or lean all round, more on the false than on the true.

Justice and truth are two such subtle points, that our tools

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This quote suggests that justice and truth are complex concepts that are difficult to fully comprehend or handle accurately. It posits that our instruments or methods for seeking justice and truth are inadequate, often leading to an imperfect understanding or application. They either completely miss the mark and distort the truth, or they bias towards falsehood rather than true justice. This implies that the pursuit of justice and truth requires nuanced and delicate approaches that go beyond conventional tools and methods.

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