Quote by Blaise Pascal

The power of a man's virtue should not be measured by his special efforts, but by his ordinary doing

The power of a man's virtue should not be measured by his sp

Summary

This quote suggests that the true measure of a person's virtue lies not in their extraordinary or exceptional actions, but in how they conduct themselves in their everyday lives. It implies that consistently embodying virtuous traits in ordinary, mundane tasks is a more accurate reflection of one's character than occasional remarkable deeds. In essence, the quote emphasizes the importance of consistently demonstrating virtues in ordinary actions as a true reflection of one's moral strength and character.

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By Blaise Pascal

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