Quote by Blaise Pascal

The heart has reasons that reason cannot know.

The heart has reasons that reason cannot know.

Summary

This quote, famously said by French philosopher Blaise Pascal, suggests that the human heart operates on a level beyond rational understanding. It implies that emotions and desires guide us in ways that defy logical explanation. While reason may analyze and make logical decisions based on facts and evidence, the heartâ€™s path is intangible, driven by deep-seated motives and passions that escape rational comprehension. This quote encourages an acknowledgment of the profound influence our emotions have on our choices and actions, encouraging us to consider the limits of reason when it comes to understanding the complexities of the human heart.

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By Blaise Pascal

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