Quote by Blaise Pascal
Put the world's greatest philosopher on a plank that is wider than need be; if there is a precipice below, although his reason may convince him that he is safe, his imagination will prevail.
Summary
This quote emphasizes the power of imagination over reason when it comes to addressing fear and danger. Even if a highly intelligent person understands logically that they are safe on a wide plank, if there is a deep precipice below, their imagination will overpower their reasoning. It implies that human imagination can amplify the perception of danger and create a sense of fear that may override rational thoughts and judgment.