Neil deGrasse Tyson

The universe is not just out there. It's in here.

The universe is a mirror. It reflects back to you what you put into it.

I don't believe in magic. I believe in physics.

The universe is not just a collection of facts. It's a story.

I'm not a philosopher. I'm a scientist. I'm interested in what is, not what should be.

The universe is not just big. It's vast.

The universe is not a machine. It's a dance.

I'm not saying I'm a genius. I'm just saying I have a lot of questions.

The universe is not just cold and empty. It's full of wonder.

I'm not saying I'm right. I'm just saying I have evidence.

The universe is not just a puzzle to be solved. It's a poem to be read.

I’m not trying to convince you that science is cool. Science IS cool.

You know, the universe is a pretty big place. It's much bigger than people realize. And sometimes, you just gotta look up.

I'm not saying I'm a god. I'm just saying I have a really good telescope.

The universe is not just a bunch of stuff. It's a story, and we're all part of it.

There's no law that says you have to like science to be a scientist. Some people just want to make money.

I'm often asked if I believe in UFOs. I'm like, 'Yeah, I do. I believe in Unidentified Flying Objects.' It's just that I don't believe they're aliens.

If you're scientifically illiterate, you're a danger to yourself and society.

I would be a lot more comfortable if I could be assured that the people who say 'I'm a Christian' actually lived by the tenets of Christianity.

I don't have a problem with people believing in God. I have a problem with people who think they know what God wants.