Quote by Blaise Pascal

I have discovered that all human evil comes from this, man's being unable to sit still and quiet in a room alone.

I have discovered that all human evil comes from this, man's

Summary

This quote by French philosopher Blaise Pascal suggests that man's inability to be at peace and find contentment when alone in a quiet room is the root cause of all human wrongdoing. It implies that our unwillingness to reflect, contemplate, and confront ourselves in solitude leads us to engage in actions driven by restlessness, distractions, and the need for constant stimulation. Pascal's contention is that our failure to embrace solitude and detachment from external influences exacerbates our flaws and facilitates the emergence of evil within us.

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By Blaise Pascal

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