Our true dignity consists — in thought. Thence we must derive our elev…

Blaise Pascal
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Our true dignity consists — in thought. Thence we must derive our elevation, not from space or duration. Let us endeavor then to think well; this is the principle of morals. ✨ Thoughts of Blaise Pascal.
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