Quote by Blaise Pascal

The last proceeding of reason is to recognize that there is an infinity of things which are beyond it. There is nothing so conformable to reason as this disavowal of reason.

The last proceeding of reason is to recognize that there is

Summary

This quote suggests that the ultimate purpose of reason is to understand and accept the limitations of its own knowledge. It emphasizes that reason should acknowledge that there are endless aspects of the world that surpass its ability to comprehend. The recognition of this inherent boundary is seen as the most rational and logical act, as it aligns with the notion that reason must humbly accept the existence of things it cannot fully explain or comprehend.

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By Blaise Pascal

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