Quote by Blaise Pascal

After all he is only a man, that is to say capable of little and of much, of all and of nothing; he is neither angel nor brute, but man.


After all he is only a man, that is to say capable of little

Summary

This quote highlights the complex nature of humanity. It suggests that humans possess the ability to achieve great things, yet they are also limited in their capabilities. It emphasizes that humans are distinguishable from both divine beings and animals, displaying characteristics of intelligence, morality, and free will. The quote ultimately reminds us of the inherent duality of mankind, full of potential and yet simultaneously flawed and vulnerable.

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By Blaise Pascal
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