Michael Faraday
Discovered electromagnetic induction and electrolysis laws
Most quoted
"The world little knows how many of the thoughts and theories which have passed through the mind of a scientific investigator have been crushed in silence and secrecy by his own severe criticism and negative examination; that in the most seemingly arrogant, the most regular and self-sustained investigator, the most patient and laborious inquirer, there is often a feeling of powerlessness and despair."
— from On the Various Forces of Nature, 1849
"I am no longer my own, but thine. Put me to what thou wilt, rank me with whom thou wilt. Put me to doing, put me to suffering. Let me be employed for thee or laid aside for thee, exalted for thee or brought low for thee. Let me be full, let me be empty. Let me have all things, let me have nothing. I freely and heartily yield all things to thy pleasure and disposal."
— from Personal prayer/meditation
"I will simply express my strong belief, that that point of self-education which consists in teaching the mind to resist its desires and inclinations, until they are proved to be right, is the most important of all, not only in things of natural philosophy, but in every department of daily life."
— from Lecture on Mental Education, 1854
All quotes by Michael Faraday (646)
The human spirit is a light that can illuminate the path for others.
The true leader is he who can inspire his followers to become the best versions of themselves.
I have always tried to be a man of faith, and to trust in the unfolding of life's journey.
The human mind is a vast library, and it is filled with the collective wisdom of humanity.
The true teacher is he who can make learning a journey of self-discovery.
I have always tried to be a man of humility, and to approach life with an open mind and a curious heart.
The greatest gift that we can give to our friends is the gift of our unwavering belief in them.
The human heart is a compass, and it can guide us to our true north, our authentic self.
The true artist is he who can create beauty that resonates with the human spirit.
I have always tried to live my life in such a way that I would be a source of hope and inspiration to all who cross my path.
The greatest joy in life is to be able to witness the unfolding of human potential.
The human mind is a fertile field, and it can produce a harvest of creativity or a crop of conformity.
The true scientist is he who can see the profound in the seemingly simple.
I have always tried to be a man of perseverance, and to never give up on the quest for truth.
The greatest gift that we can give to ourselves is the gift of self-acceptance and self-love.
The human spirit is a river, and it can flow with the force of a torrent or the gentleness of a stream.
The true leader is he who can inspire his team to overcome challenges and achieve extraordinary results.
I have always tried to be a man of integrity, and to live my life with unwavering honesty, honor, and compassion.
The human mind is a vast universe, and it is full of infinite possibilities.
The true teacher is he who can make learning a transformative and enriching experience for all.
Contemporaries of Michael Faraday
Other Physicss born within 50 years of Michael Faraday (1791–1867).