Abdus Salam
Shared the Nobel Prize for his contributions to the electroweak unification theory.
Most quoted
"I am a Muslim, and I believe in the Holy Quran. I believe in the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). I believe in the unity of God. I believe in the brotherhood of man. I believe in the equality of all men. I believe in the dignity of labor. I believe in the pursuit of knowledge. I believe in the service of humanity. I believe in peace. I believe in justice. I believe in freedom. I believe in democracy. I believe in the rule of law. I believe in the sanctity of life. I believe in the sanctity of property. I believe in the sanctity of honor. I believe in the sanctity of family. I believe in the sanctity of community. I believe in the sanctity of nation. I believe in the sanctity of world. I believe in the sanctity of universe. I believe in the sanctity of God."
— from Letter to a friend
"The Holy Quran contains verses that speak of the creation of the heavens and the earth, the alternation of day and night, the movement of the sun and the moon, and the expansion of the universe. These verses are a testament to the scientific spirit of Islam."
— from Private writings
"The creation of the universe, its present state and its future evolution, are all governed by the laws of physics. These laws are not arbitrary, but are deeply rooted in the fundamental symmetries of nature."
— from Unifying the Forces of Nature
All quotes by Abdus Salam (375)
The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.
An eye for an eye only ends up making the whole world blind.
Where there is love there is life.
Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.
The creation of the universe, its present state, and its future evolution are all governed by a few fundamental laws of physics. These laws are universal and apply everywhere in the cosmos.
Science is a common heritage of mankind, and it is the duty of every nation to contribute to its advancement.
The ultimate aim of all science is to understand the universe in which we live, and our place in it.
There is no conflict between science and religion. Both are quests for truth, albeit through different paths.
The developing world must not be content with merely importing technology; it must also contribute to its creation.
The unification of forces is not just a scientific dream; it is a profound philosophical necessity.
The Standard Model of particle physics is a triumph, but it is not the final answer. There is much more to discover.
The pursuit of fundamental science is not a luxury; it is an essential component of human progress.
The universe is not arbitrary; it is governed by elegant and beautiful mathematical laws.
The scientific method is the most powerful tool humanity has ever devised for understanding the natural world.
The future of humanity depends on our ability to harness the power of science and technology for the benefit of all.
The search for truth is a universal human endeavor, transcending all cultural and national boundaries.
The greatest challenge facing humanity is not a lack of resources, but a lack of wisdom in using them.
The beauty of physics lies in its ability to explain a vast array of phenomena with a few simple principles.
The developing world must invest in basic science if it is to achieve true independence and prosperity.
The greatest discoveries often come from challenging established paradigms.
Contemporaries of Abdus Salam
Other Physicss born within 50 years of Abdus Salam (1926–1996).