Blaise Pascal was a French mathematician, physicist, inventor, writer, and Catholic theologian. Born in 1623 in Clermont-Ferrand, France, he made significant contributions to mathematics and science, including the development of Pascal's Wager in philosophy. Pascal's work in fluid mechanics and pressure laid the foundation for the barometer, hydraulic press, and syringe. Apart from his scientific endeavors, Pascal wrote influential works such as the Provincial Letters and the Pensées, exploring themes of religion, skepticism, and human nature. He died in 1662 in Paris, leaving behind a legacy of profound intellectual achievements.