Blaise Pascal
Blaise Pascal was a French mathematician, physicist, and inventor, recognized for his contributions to probability theory, fluid mechanics, and the development of the first digital calculator, which he created to assist his father in tax collection.
Born on Jun 19, 1623 (401 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
No country-level mention data available.
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Spain:
Pere Lluís Font has translated Pascal's works into Catalan, emphasizing his importance in both science and philosophy.
8
Venezuela:
Blaise Pascal is mentioned in relation to the dangers of ignoring reality and the consequences of denial.
6
France:
The text mentions Blaise Pascal and his first calculating machine as a significant figure in the history of computation.
9
Canada:
The philosopher and mathematician Blaise Pascal wrote – in the 1650s, no less – that 'all the woes of man derive from one thing: not knowing how to sit still at rest in a room.'
5
India:
Sahil Bloom cites Blaise Pascal to highlight the importance of solitude and boredom in personal development.
7
Mexico:
Blaise Pascal is referenced in the intertextuality of the novel.
5
Hungary:
Blaise Pascal is noted as one of the individuals who experienced epilepsy.
5
Hungary:
Blaise Pascal is noted as one of the historical figures who suffered from epilepsy.
5
Guatemala:
Blaise Pascal referred to the sense of loss as the 'abismo infinito'.
5
Spain:
Blaise Pascal is quoted in the article discussing the complexities of love and attraction.
7