Quote by Blaise Pascal

Men often take their imagination for their heart and they believe they are converted as soon as they think of being converted.

Men often take their imagination for their heart and they be

Summary

This quote suggests that men are quick to believe that they have experienced a profound change of heart simply based on their imagination. It implies that they mistake their thoughts and fleeting desires for genuine conversion or transformation. In essence, it cautions against mistaking mere mental contemplation for true emotional or spiritual change.

By Blaise Pascal

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