Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein; 14 March 1879 – 18 April 1955) was a German-born theoretical physicist. He developed the general theory of relativity, one of the two pillars of modern physics.:274 Einstein's work is also known for its influence on the philosophy of science. Einstein is best known in popular culture for his mass–energy equivalence formula E = mc2. He received the 1921 Nobel Prize in Physics for his "services to theoretical physics", in particular his discovery of the law of the photoelectric...
NationalityGerman
ProfessionScientist
Date of Birth14 March 1879
CityUlm, Germany
CountryGermany
Things should be made as simple as possible, but not any simpler.
Everything should be as simple as it is, but not simpler.
Possessions, outward success, publicity, luxury - to me these have always been contemptible. I believe that a simple and unassuming manner of life is best for every one, best both for the body and the mind.
Possessions, outward success, publicity, luxury -- to me these have always been contemptible. I assume that a simple and unassuming manner of life is best for everyone, best for both the body and the mind
Why does this applied science, which saves work and makes life easier, bring us so little happiness? The simple answer runs: Because we have not yet learned to make sensible use of it.
I make it a rule not to clutter my mind with simple information that I can find in a book in five minutes.
The definition of genius is taking the complex and making it simple.
I am strongly drawn to the simple life and am often oppressed by the feeling that I am engrossing an unnecessary amount of the labour of my fellow men. I regard class differences as contrary to justice and, in the last resort, based on force. I also consider that plain living is good for everybody, physically and mentally.
I became more and more convinced that even nature could be understood as a relatively simple mathematical structure.
I am not a genius, I am just curious. I ask many questions. and when the answer is simple, then God is answering.
I have deep faith that the principle of the universe will be beautiful and simple
It takes a touch of genius-and a lot of Courage-to move in the opposite direction.
The important things are always simple.
The basic laws of the universe are simple, but because our senses are limited, we can’t grasp them. There is a pattern in creation.