I see many contradictory religions, and consequently all false save on… — Pensées

Pensées — Blaise Pascal

I see many contradictory religions, and consequently all false save one. Each wants to be believed on its own authority, and threatens unbelievers. I do not therefore believe them. Every one can say this; every one can call himself a prophet. But I see that Christian religion wherein prophecies are fulfilled; and that is what every one cannot do.

Place: SECTION XI · ¶2128
License: Public domain · Source
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