Quote by Blaise Pascal

Reason's last step is the recognition that there are an infinite number of things which are beyond it

Reason's last step is the recognition that there are an infi

Summary

This quote suggests that reason, as a cognitive process, has its limitations. At a certain point, reason realizes that there are countless things that lie beyond its grasp and understanding. It implies that no matter how rational or logical one may be, there will always be aspects of knowledge, reality, or existence that are mysterious, incomprehensible, or ultimately unsolvable by reason alone. Hence, the quote emphasizes the notion that human understanding and knowledge are inherently incomplete, leaving room for the infinite complexity that exists beyond the boundaries of reasoning.

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Reason Appreciation

By Blaise Pascal

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