Quote by Blaise Pascal

Force rules the world, and not opinion; but opinion is that which makes use of force

Force rules the world, and not opinion; but opinion is that

Summary

This quote suggests that while force may have the power to control and dominate society, it is ultimately opinion that guides and justifies the use of force. Force alone does not carry conviction; instead, it is the opinions and beliefs shaped by individuals or groups that give legitimacy to the exercise of force. In other words, opinions serve as a catalyst for ensuring the acceptance and effectiveness of forceful actions in the world. It implies that without opinion, force may lack justification and could be seen as mere aggression.

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By Blaise Pascal

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