Quote by Blaise Pascal

Nothing is as approved as mediocrity, the majority has established it and it fixes it fangs on whatever gets beyond it either way.

Nothing is as approved as mediocrity, the majority has estab

Summary

This quote highlights the prevalence of mediocrity in society and how it is widely accepted and embraced by the majority. According to the quote, mediocrity becomes the standard, and anything beyond it is met with resistance. It implies that society tends to reject excellence or anything that challenges the status quo. This quote suggests that mediocrity is a comfort zone that people adhere to, often unwilling to venture beyond it, ultimately hindering progress and acceptance of excellence.

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Mediocrity

By Blaise Pascal

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