Quote by Blaise Pascal
It is superstitious to put one's hopes in formalities, but arrogant to refuse to submit to them.
Summary
This quote suggests that both blindly relying on rituals and outright rejecting them display negative traits. Putting faith solely in formalities and rituals might be seen as superstitious or irrational. However, completely dismissing the importance of customs and protocols can be seen as arrogant or disrespectful. The quote advocates for striking a balance between having a rational perspective while also respecting and adhering to the cultural and social norms that surround us.