Joseph Priestley

Chemistry British 1733 – 1804 250 quotes

He is credited with the discovery of oxygen and several other gases.

Quotes by Joseph Priestley

The most important discoveries are often made by those who are not afraid to think for themselves.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The progress of knowledge is like the progress of light; it dispels the darkness of ignorance.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The true philosopher is one who is always ready to learn, and always ready to teach.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The love of knowledge is the noblest passion of the human soul.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The pursuit of truth is the noblest employment of the human mind.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The more we know of nature, the more we shall be convinced of the wisdom and power of its author.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The history of science is the history of human progress.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The greatest discoveries are often made by those who are not afraid to question authority.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The true method of philosophizing is to begin with observation, and to proceed from thence to experiment.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The more we know of the works of God, the more we shall be filled with admiration and gratitude.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The human mind is a wonderful instrument, capable of comprehending the most sublime truths.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The most important discoveries are often made by those who are not afraid to venture into the unknown.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The progress of truth is irresistible, and will ultimately prevail.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The true philosopher is one who is always seeking after truth, and always ready to embrace it, wherever it may be found.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The love of liberty is the noblest passion of the human heart.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The pursuit of happiness is the great end of human existence.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The more we know of nature, the more we shall be convinced of the infinite wisdom and power of its author.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The history of mankind is the history of human folly.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The greatest discoveries are often made by those who are not afraid to be singular.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774

The true method of philosophizing is to begin with doubt, and to proceed from thence to certainty.

Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air, Vol. I 1774