Paul Erdős

Mathematics Hungarian 1913 – 1996 310 quotes

Most prolific mathematician of 20th century, 1500+ papers

Quotes by Paul Erdős

If I stop doing mathematics, I will die.

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My mind is not closed. It's just very focused.

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I don't want to be a grown-up. I want to be a child forever.

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The best way to learn is to do.

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I'm not a genius. I'm just a hard worker.

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Mathematics is the language of the universe.

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I'm not afraid of death. I'm afraid of not doing mathematics.

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I have no home. I am a wanderer.

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My life is a constant search for truth.

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I don't care about fame. I care about mathematics.

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The world is full of interesting problems.

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I'm just a small part of a big picture.

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Mathematics is the ultimate art form.

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I don't need much to be happy. Just a pen and paper.

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The universe is a giant puzzle.

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I'm a happy man because I do what I love.

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The only thing that matters is the truth.

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I'm not a philosopher. I'm a mathematician.

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Mathematics is a game. A beautiful game.

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I don't understand people who don't like mathematics.

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