Quote by Blaise Pascal

We are only falsehood, duplicity, contradiction; we both conceal and disguise ourselves from ourselves.

We are only falsehood, duplicity, contradiction; we both con

Summary

This quote suggests that as human beings, we have a tendency to be dishonest and deceive not only others but also ourselves. It implies that we often hide our true selves and intentions, ultimately portraying a misleading image. The statement highlights the existence of conflicting aspects within our nature, indicating a gap between our true selves and how we present ourselves to the world.

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By Blaise Pascal

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