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 river, and it can flow with great power or with gentle grace.
The true leader is he who can inspire his team to achieve greatness.
I have always tried to be a man of integrity, and to live my life by a strong moral code.
The human mind is a vast universe, and it is full of endless possibilities.
The true teacher is he who can make a difference in the lives of his students.
I have always tried to be a man of gratitude, and to appreciate all the blessings in my life.
The greatest gift that we can give to others is the gift of our time.
The human heart is a symphony, and it can play a beautiful melody or a discordant noise.
The true artist is he who can express the inexpressible.
I have always tried to live my life in such a way that I would be a source of inspiration to others.
The greatest joy in life is to be able to help others achieve their dreams.
The true scientist is he who can see the beauty in the smallest details.
I have always tried to be a man of honesty, and to speak the truth, even when it is difficult.
The greatest gift that we can give to the world is the gift of our creativity.
The human spirit is a fire, and it can burn brightly or it can flicker and die.
The true leader is he who can inspire his people to reach for the stars.
I have always tried to be a man of courage, and to face my fears head-on.
The greatest treasure in the world is a good friend.
The human mind is a vast ocean, and it is full of hidden wonders.
The true teacher is he who can make learning an adventure.
Contemporaries of Michael Faraday
Other Physicss born within 50 years of Michael Faraday (1791–1867).