Albert Einstein was not only the brightest physicist of the 20th century and one of the greatest in history, but also distinguished himself throughout his humanist positions in the face of world events and for his deep reflections on the future of man.
Einstein maintained a friendship with the most important brains of his time and also fueled a passion for the mysteries of the universe and obsessively questioned questions about God and destiny.
He left us a beautiful collection of phrases, We share some here
Is the mind like a parachute?
“We’re all very ignorant, what’s going on is that not everyone is ignoring the same things?
? Imagination is more important than knowledge. ?
“The greatest mystery in the world is what is understandable.
“Everything should be simplified as much as possible, but nothing more.
“The secret of creativity is to know how to hide its sources. “
“Two things are infinite: human stupidity and the universe; and I’m not as sure as the second. “
“Everything that matters cannot be quantified and everything that can be quantified cannot be counted.
“Madness does the same thing over and over again, expecting different results. If you’re looking for different results, don’t do the same.
“There are two ways to see life: one is to believe that there are no miracles, the other is to believe that everything is a miracle.
“What a sad moment is ours!Is it easier to disintegrate an atom than a prejudice?
“My political ideal is democracy. Everyone should be respected as a person and no one should be divinized.
“The ideals that illuminated my path and gave me courage to face life with joy were: goodness, beauty, and truth.
“I never think about the future. It’s too soon. “
“I don’t have any particular talent, I’m just very curious.
“The important thing is not to stop asking questions.
Education is what’s left after forgetting what’s learned in school
“Mortals obtain immortality in the things we commonly believe are behind us.
“The joy of seeing and understanding is nature’s most perfect gift. “
“The word progress doesn’t make sense as long as there are children going hungry.
“I don’t know what World War II will be like, but the fourth will be with sticks and stones. “
If A is a success, then A is equal to X plus Y plus Z. The work is X; There is leisure; and Z keeps his mouth shut.
“A night when everyone absolutely agrees is a lost night
“If your intention is to portray the truth, do so with the simplicity and elegance of a tailor.
“Mystery is the most beautiful thing we can live. It’s the source of all true art and science.
“Man finds God behind every door that science manages to open
“Science is nothing more than a refinement of everyday thought.
“We begin to show maturity when we feel that our concern is more for others than for ourselves.
? Intellectuals solve problems, geniuses prevent them. ?
“Life is very dangerous. Not for the people who do evil, but because we sit down and see what happens.
“There is a force more powerful than steam, electricity, and atomic energy: it is will. “
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