Justice and power must be brought together, so that whatever is just may be powerful, and whatever is powerful may be just.
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I have made this letter longer than usual, only because I have not had the time to make it shorter.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Clear and concise communication takes time and effort to achieve.
This quote by Blaise Pascal highlights the challenge of brevity in communication. It suggests that while it is easy to write extensively, crafting a compact and precise message requires thoughtfulness and an investment of time, showcasing the importance of clarity in conveying ideas effectively.
Themes
CommunicationBrevityClarityWritingEffort
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about effective communication, one might quote Pascal to emphasize the value of being concise.
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