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 heart is a strange thing, and it is capable of both great good and great evil.
The true artist is he who can see the beauty in the ordinary.
I have always tried to live my life in such a way that I would have no regrets.
The greatest gift that we can give to others is the gift of our love.
The mind of man is like a garden, which, if not cultivated, will soon be overrun with weeds.
The true leader is he who can inspire others to achieve great things.
I have always believed that every man has a purpose in life, and that it is his duty to find it.
The greatest wealth is health.
The human spirit is indomitable, and it will always find a way to overcome adversity.
The true hero is he who can face his fears and overcome them.
I have always tried to be a good man, and to do my duty to God and to my fellow men.
The greatest power in the world is the power of love.
The human will is a powerful force, and it can accomplish anything that it sets its mind to.
The true friend is he who will stand by you in your hour of need.
I have always believed that honesty is the best policy, and that truth will always prevail.
The greatest treasure in the world is a good conscience.
The human mind is a wonderful thing, and it is capable of great things.
The true teacher is he who can inspire his students to learn.
I have always tried to be a man of my word, and to keep my promises.
The greatest gift that we can give to ourselves is the gift of knowledge.
Contemporaries of Michael Faraday
Other Physicss born within 50 years of Michael Faraday (1791–1867).