Quote by Blaise Pascal, Pensees (VII, 38)

He who does not know his way to the sea should take a river for his guide.Fr., Les rivieres sont des chemins qui marchant et qui portent ou l'on veut aller.


He who does not know his way to the sea should take a river

Summary

This quote suggests that when one is unsure of how to reach their overarching goal or destination, they should seek guidance from smaller, more familiar paths. In this case, it advises that if someone does not know the way to the sea, they should follow a river because rivers are like paths that move and lead people to where they want to go. The quote emphasizes the importance of finding alternative routes or methods to eventually achieve one's objectives, even if they differ from the original plan.

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Rivers
By Blaise Pascal, Pensees (VII, 38)
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