Quotes by Albert Einstein

If my theory of relativity is proven correct, Germany will claim me as a German and France will declare that I am a citizen of the world. Should my theory prove untrue, France will say that I am a German and Germany will declare that I am a Jew.

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Some recent work by E. Fermi and L. Szilard, which has been communicated to me in manuscript, leads me to expect that the element uranium may be turned into a new and important source of energy in the immediate future. Certain aspects of the situation which has arisen seem to call for watchfulness and if necessary, quick action on the part of the Administration.

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If A is a success in life, then A equals X plus Y plus Z. Work is X; Y is play; and Z is keeping your mouth shut.

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“The most beautiful experience we can have is the mysterious. It is the fundamental emotion that stands at the cradle of true art and true science.”

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“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance you must keep moving.”

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“Unthinking respect for authority is the greatest enemy of truth.”

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“The eternal mystery of the world is its comprehensibility.”

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“In order to be content men must also have the possibility of developing their intellectual and artistic powers.”

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“As long as there are sovereign nations possessing great power, war is inevitable.”

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“The pursuit of scientific truth, detached from the practical interests of everyday life, ought to be treated as sacred by every government.”

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