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 mysterious thing, and it is capable of both great love and great hate.
The true artist is he who can create beauty out of nothing.
I have always tried to live my life in such a way that I would be a credit to my family and to my country.
The greatest joy in life is to be able to make a difference in the world.
The human mind is a powerful tool, and it can be used for both good and evil.
The true scientist is he who can see the truth in the midst of error.
I have always tried to be a man of integrity, and to do what is right, even when it is difficult.
The greatest gift that we can give to the world is the gift of our talents.
The human spirit is a flame that can never be extinguished.
The true leader is he who can inspire his followers to achieve their full potential.
I have always tried to be a man of courage, and to stand up for what I believe in.
The greatest treasure in the world is a good reputation.
The human mind is a vast ocean, and it is full of hidden depths.
The true teacher is he who can make learning fun.
I have always tried to be a man of compassion, and to help those who are in need.
The greatest gift that we can give to our children is the gift of a good education.
The human heart is a garden, and it can be cultivated to produce beautiful flowers or noxious weeds.
The true artist is he who can capture the essence of life in his work.
I have always tried to live my life in such a way that I would leave the world a better place than I found it.
The greatest joy in life is to be able to share your happiness with others.
Contemporaries of Michael Faraday
Other Physicss born within 50 years of Michael Faraday (1791–1867).