A book to read- PENSES BY BLAISE PASCAL

Pensées by Blaise Pascal IS more like a collection of his unfinished notes and reflections, yet it has become one of the most powerful works in philosophy and faith. IT's about the search for meaning, the limits of reason, the pull of faith, and the strange contradictions of being human.

Pensées is basically Pascal’s notebook of unfinished thoughts about life, faith, and what it means to be human.

The most famous part is Pascal’s Wager: the idea that believing in God is the most rational choice because the possible gain (eternity) outweighs the risk.

But what really makes Pensées timeless is how he calls out our habit of running away from the big questions. He says we fill our lives with “diversions” — entertainment, work, busyness — to avoid facing our mortality and the question of God.

BOOKCLUB PROMPT:

Hey fam,

This month we’re diving into Pensées by Blaise Pascal. It’s not a polished book but more like a collection of his unfinished notes and reflections, yet it has become one of the most powerful works in philosophy and faith.

Pascal wrestles with the big questions: what it means to be human, why we’re both great and broken, and whether faith or reason can give us meaning.

He’s the one behind Pascal’s Wager — the idea that believing in God is the safest bet.

What makes it interesting is how relatable it still feels. Pascal talks about “diversion” — how people distract themselves to avoid thinking about life’s deeper issues. 

Expect a mix of raw honesty, sharp insight, and a few lines that will really stay with you, 

Looking forward to exploring this one together ✨