Georges Lemaître
He proposed the theory of the expanding universe and the 'primeval atom' hypothesis, later known as the Big Bang.
Most quoted
"If the world has begun with a single quantum, the notions of space and time would not have any meaning at the beginning; they would only begin to have a sensible meaning when the original quantum had been divided into a sufficient number of quanta. If this suggestion is correct, the beginning of the world happened a little before the beginning of space and time."
— from Nature, 'The Beginning of the World from the Point of View of Quantum Theory', 1931
"If the world has begun with a single quantum, the notions of space and time would not have any meaning at the beginning; they would only begin to have a sensible meaning when the original quantum had been divided into a sufficient number of quanta. If this is so, the beginning of the world happened a little before the beginning of space and time."
— from Nature, 1931
"If the world has begun with a single quantum, the notions of space and time would not have any meaning at the beginning; they would only begin to have a meaning when the original quantum had been divided into a sufficient number of quanta. If this is so, the beginning of the world happened a little before the beginning of space and time."
— from Nature, 'The Beginning of the World from the Point of View of Quantum Theory', 1931
All quotes by Georges Lemaître (411)
The universe is a testament to the beauty and order of nature.
The universe is an expanding sphere of light, and the beginning was a day without yesterday.
My scientific work is a search for truth, and my religious faith is a path to understanding.
I am a priest and a scientist. These are not contradictory, but complementary.
The Big Bang theory is not a creation story, but a scientific explanation of the universe's origin.
Science and religion are two windows through which we can look at the world.
The primeval atom is the seed from which the universe grew.
I have always been fascinated by the mysteries of the universe.
The universe is beautiful and awe-inspiring, and science helps us to appreciate its grandeur.
My work is a humble attempt to understand God's creation.
The expansion of the universe is a remarkable discovery, and it has profound implications.
I believe that science and faith can coexist in harmony.
The universe is constantly evolving, and we are part of that evolution.
My greatest joy is to discover new truths about the universe.
The universe is a vast and mysterious place, and there is still much to learn.
I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to our understanding of the cosmos.
The universe is a testament to the power and wisdom of God.
My work is a journey of discovery, and I am always eager to explore new frontiers.
The universe is a dynamic and ever-changing entity, and we are privileged to witness its evolution.
I find great solace in the beauty and order of the universe.
Contemporaries of Georges Lemaître
Other Cosmologys born within 50 years of Georges Lemaître (1894–1966).