Pensees

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By Blaise Pascal

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Pensees by Blaise Pascal is a collection of fragments and thoughts reflecting on the complexities of faith, human existence, and the nature of God. The book serves as a profound exploration of Pascal's arguments for Christianity, touching on philosophical and theological themes. It is a compelling blend of sceptical inquiry and deep belief, offering insights into the human condition.
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If you have a curiosity for deep philosophical thought and enjoy exploring introspective reflections on faith and human nature, this book might captivate you. It offers a profound journey through the mind of a brilliant mathematician and philosopher, delving into questions of existence, belief, and the human condition.

Pensees

A collection of philosohical fragments, notes and essays in which the author explores the contradictions of human nature in pscyhological, social, metaphysical and - above all - theological terms.

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Pensees are the unfinished notes which the French mathematician and physicist, Blaise Pascal (1623-1662), jotted down in preparation for a reasoned defence of Christian belief.

They display a vision of humanity's weakness and the futility of worldly life. Whether his subject is the human heart or the famous wager of faith, Pascal writes with a blend of lucidity and eloquence.

This translation is unedited and includes a concordance to the Sellier edition.

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Pensées by Blaise Pascal receives praise for its deep philosophical and theological insights, reflecting on the nature of human existence and the concept of God. Reviewers admire its blend of logic and emotion, as Pascal explores themes like faith, reason, and the human condition with profound clarity. It is considered a classic work for those interested in religious philosophy and spirituality, resonating with readers for its timeless and introspective prose.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140446456

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 July 1995

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Introduction by A. Krailsheimer
Translated by A. Krailsheimer

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 267g

Pages: 368

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About the Author

Blaise Pascal (1623-62) left his mark on mathematics, physics, religious controversy and literature. A convert to Jansenism, he engaged in passionate debate with the Jesuits the results of which are the Lettres Provincales, on which, with Pensees, his fame now rests. He is regarded by many as the greatest of French prose stylists. A J Krailsheimer was Tutor in French at Christ Church, Oxford and translated widely from the French.

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