Human life is thus only an endless illusion. Men deceive and flatter each other. No one speaks of us in our presence as he does when we are gone. Society is based on mutual hypocrisy.
Blaise PascalNature has some perfections to show that she is the image of God, and some defects to show that she is only His image.
Blaise PascalThose who are clever in imagination are far more pleased with themselves than prudent men could reasonably be.
Blaise PascalYou gave me health that I might serve you; and so often I failed to use my good health in your service. Now you send me sickness in order to correct me Grant that, having ignored the things of spirit when my body was vigorous, I may now enjoy spiritual sweetness while my body groans with pain.
Blaise Pascal