Quote by Blaise Pascal

This is what I see, and what troubles me. I look on all sides, and everywhere I see nothing but obscurity. Nature offers me nothing that is not a matter of doubt and disquiet.

This is what I see, and what troubles me. I look on all side

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their perception of the world as a source of uncertainty and unease. They observe their surroundings from every angle and find only obscurity and ambiguity. The speaker emphasizes that even in the realm of nature, there is nothing they encounter that does not evoke doubt and restlessness within them. This sentiment highlights the speaker's dissatisfaction and unease with the lack of clarity and stability in the world, leaving them feeling troubled and uncertain.

Topics

Nature Trouble Doubt Obscurity

By Blaise Pascal

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