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Pensées

Book • 1932

The 'Pensées' is an unfinished work by Blaise Pascal, intended as a comprehensive defense of the Christian faith.

It consists of fragments and notes that Pascal was compiling before his death in 1662.

The work is characterized by its psychological and philosophical approach, particularly evident in Pascal's Wager, which argues for the rationality of believing in God. Pascal's writing highlights the contradictions and complexities of human nature, emphasizing both the wretchedness and greatness of humanity.

The 'Pensées' also critiques skepticism and underscores the importance of seeking spiritual truth beyond mere reason.

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Mentioned in 16 episodes

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

for his quote about humanity's problems stemming from an inability to sit quietly alone.

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#90 - Ryan Holiday: Stillness, stoicism, and suffering less

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as the author of the quote about humanity's problems stemming from an inability to sit quietly alone.

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Morgan Wade On Sticking To The Routine

Mentioned by

Peggy Noonan

, quoting Pascal's thoughts on the causes of trouble in life.

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A Conversation with Peggy Noonan

Mentioned by

Matt Fradd

as a book written by Blaise Pascal.

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A New Era Of Apologetics, Ecumenism, and Arguments for Faith (Gavin Ortlund) | Ep. 492

Mentioned by

Fr. Mike Schmitz

in the context of Takashi Nagai's journey to Catholicism, highlighting Pascal's influence on Nagai's faith.

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03/16/25 The Place of the Way: The Crossroads

Mentioned by

Brett McKay

and

Benjamin Storey

as a philosopher who critiqued Montaigne's ideas on contentment.

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Why Are We Restless?

Mentioned by

Alisa Childers

and Doug Groothuis in the context of their discussion on Pascal's Wager, original sin, and natural theology.

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#277 There are No New Questions! Connecting with Church History, with Douglas Groothuis

Recommended by

Greg Bottaro

as a basic book for defending the faith.

Episode 225: Humilty, Time Travel and Philosphy with Peter Kreeft

Mentioned by

Joe Heschmeyer

for advice on correcting others and understanding their perspective.

#144 When Conspiracy Theories become sinful… - Joe Heschmeyer

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Johan

Lemoine comme un livre qu'il lit le matin dans le cadre de sa routine.

Je souffre de fatigue cognitive

Mentioned by

C.R. Wiley

as a Jansenist who was appalled by Montaigne's influence on the popular mind.

Moral Wisdom and Natural Law

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Charles Wright

en parlant de l'éducation qu'il a reçue, où on lui a fait comprendre ce que Pascal appelait les grandeurs d'établissement.

Comment fuir le monde sans bouger de chez soi ? Le voyage intérieur, avec l'écrivain Charles Wright

Mentioned by

Andrew Sullivan

in relation to his special subjects at Oxford.

Andrew Sullivan on The Classics, Independence, and the Human Experience

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Stefan Paas

as someone who, when looking at the stars, felt overwhelmed by meaninglessness.

#258 - De nieuwe 'space race': waarom het leger de ruimte in gaat (met luitenant-kolonel Shar Timman en Stefan Paas

Mentioned by

William Lane Craig

in relation to pragmatic truth-dependent arguments and his famous wager.

William Lane Craig's Magnum Opus

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Andrew Flores

in the context of discussing Pascal's wager and its relation to Lacan's concept of the real.

Why Study Lacan (w/ Andrew Flores AKA The Big Signorelli)

Mentioned by

Seth Benzell

in the context of Pascal's Wager and its relevance to AI risk assessment.

How much should we invest in AI safety?

Mentionné par

Ronan Le Moal

comme une lecture préférée de son enfance, en particulier le concept de "divertissement pascalien".

#202 - Ronan Le Moal - Arkéa & Épopée - Bénéficier de l’ascenseur social à la française

Mentioned by

Ben Greenfield

in the context of the God-shaped hole in our hearts.

Fit Soul Chapter 20 - To Die Is Gain

Mentioned in reference to the modern sense of entertainment increasingly what Pascal long ago called divertissement.

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