Sneezing absorbs all the functions of the soul, as well as work does; … — Pensées

Pensées — Blaise Pascal

Sneezing absorbs all the functions of the soul, as well as work does; but we do not draw therefrom the same conclusions against the greatness of man, because it is against his will. And although we bring it on ourselves, it is nevertheless against our will that we sneeze. It is not in view of the act itself; it is for another end. And thus it is not a proof of the weakness of man, and of his slavery under that action.

Endroit: Part I, 1, 2, c. 1, section 4.[44] · ¶493
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