" As for the search for truth, I know from my painful searching, with its many blinds alleys, how hard it is to take a reliable step, be it ever so small, towards the understanding of that which is truly significant "
Some names don't need an introduction like "Albert Einstein", this name is an Institute in itself. With his scientific research has changed the world or should I say the Universe forever. He was the first person who claimed that the Universe is either expanding or contracting ; later conformed by the astronomers that indeed the Universe is expanding and not static.We all are well aware of his "Theory Of Relativity".This remarkably, genius scientist who devoted all his life to physic and world peace.
It is natural to feel curious to know more about such incredible,extraordinary person. His scientific work is well known; we grow up studying his theories but at the same time we want to know how was he as person ? What challenges did he face during his life time ? and many more questions.
There is tons of material available on Internet about A.E. But recently I have come across this wonderful book called "Essential Einstein" complied and edited by Allen Boyce Eddington.This book is basically a getaway to reach his mind. To understand his thoughts, and how he felt about war, religion , scientific discoveries and there effects on the world.Introduction with an essay by Alan Bisbort,"Essential Einstein"provides a fascinating and revealing portrait of this Renaissance man. The sixty rare photos are in themselves a poignant testament to Einstein's person; accompanied by quotes from his letters, speeches, and recorded conversations.
All the quotes in this book are inspiring and thought provoking.I am going to include some of the most powerful and amazingly wonderful quotes here, that are I am sure leaves anyone in wow state of mind.
" I am absolutely convinced that no wealth in the world can help humanity forward, even in the hands of the most devoted worker in this cause. The example of great and pure individuals is the only thing that can lead us to noble thoughts and deeds.Money only appeals to selfishness and irresistibly invites abuse.
Can any one imagine Moses, Jesus. or Gandhi armed with the money-bags of Carnegie? "
"I do not consider myself the father of the release of Atomic Energy. My part in it was quite indirect . I did not, in fact , foresee that it would be released in my time. I believed only that it was theoretically possible. It became practical through the accidental discovery of chain reaction , and this was not something I could predict "
"Great spirits have always encountered violent
opposition from mediocre minds. The mediocre mind is incapable of understanding the man who refuses to bow blindly to conventional prejudices and chooses instead to express his opinion courageously and honestly."
"Science can only be created by those who are thoroughly imbued with the aspiration toward truth and understanding. This source of feeling, however, springs from the sphere of religion. To this there also belongs the faith in the possibility that the regulations valid for the world of existence are rational, that is, comprehensible to reason. I can not conceive of a genuine scientist without that profound faith. The situation
may be expressed by an image: science without religion is lame , religion without science is blind. "
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| A.E With Rabindranath Tagore, Berlin |
Religion techs us what is right from wrong. So that we can give more meaning to our life. Every one must have the freedom to choose their own faith.Once we understand this simple principle. there will be so much peace in the world .
Einstein's life story and his work in physics, can not be described in one article.Yes the above quotes by him defiantly proves, how this incredible genius scientist was indeed a very humble man. A great salute to this real life hero!!!!!
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