Quote by Blaise Pascal

The sensibility of man to trifles, and his insensibility to great things, indicates a strange inversion.

The sensibility of man to trifles, and his insensibility to

Summary

This quote suggests that humans often prioritize insignificant matters and fail to recognize the significance of important things. It points out the paradoxical tendency of humans to excessively concern themselves with trivial matters, while being apathetic or indifferent towards weightier issues. It highlights a curious inverseness in human perception and attention, where what should capture our focus often goes unnoticed, while insignificant matters hold undue importance in our lives.

By Blaise Pascal

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