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)
I have always tried to be a man of compassion, and to show kindness to all living things.
The greatest gift that we can give to our children is the gift of our love.
The human heart is a garden, and it can be filled with beautiful flowers or with thorny weeds.
I have always tried to live my life in such a way that I would be a blessing to others.
The greatest joy in life is to be able to make a positive impact on the world.
The human mind is a powerful tool, and it can be used to create or to destroy.
The true scientist is he who can see the patterns in chaos.
I have always tried to be a man of integrity, and to do what is right, even when no one is watching.
The greatest gift that we can give to the world is the gift of our unique talents.
The human spirit is a light that can never be extinguished.
The true leader is he who can inspire his followers to become leaders themselves.
I have always tried to be a man of faith, and to trust in the divine plan.
The greatest treasure in the world is a good education.
The human mind is a vast library, and it is filled with the knowledge of the universe.
The true teacher is he who can make learning a lifelong journey.
I have always tried to be a man of humility, and to learn from my mistakes.
The greatest gift that we can give to our friends is the gift of our unwavering support.
The human heart is a compass, and it can guide us to our true purpose.
The true artist is he who can create beauty out of chaos.
I have always tried to live my life in such a way that I would be a source of hope to others.
Contemporaries of Michael Faraday
Other Physicss born within 50 years of Michael Faraday (1791–1867).