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 fire, and it can illuminate the darkness or consume all in its path.
The true leader is he who can inspire his people to overcome any obstacle.
I have always tried to be a man of courage, and to stand firm in my convictions.
The human mind is a vast ocean, and it is full of uncharted territories.
The true teacher is he who can make learning a transformative experience.
I have always tried to be a man of compassion, and to extend kindness to all.
The greatest gift that we can give to our children is the gift of our wisdom.
The human heart is a garden, and it can be cultivated to produce fruits of love or seeds of hatred.
The true artist is he who can see the beauty in the mundane.
I have always tried to live my life in such a way that I would be a source of comfort to others.
The greatest joy in life is to be able to leave a positive legacy.
The human mind is a powerful tool, and it can be used to build or to destroy.
The true scientist is he who can see the interconnectedness of all phenomena.
I have always tried to be a man of integrity, and to uphold my principles.
The greatest gift that we can give to the world is the gift of our service.
The human spirit is a light that can guide us through the darkest of nights.
The true leader is he who can inspire his followers to dream bigger.
I have always tried to be a man of faith, and to trust in the journey of life.
The human mind is a vast library, and it is filled with the stories of humanity.
The true teacher is he who can make learning a joyful experience.
Contemporaries of Michael Faraday
Other Physicss born within 50 years of Michael Faraday (1791–1867).