... it is a welcome symptom in an age which is commonly denounced as materialistic, that it makes heroes of men whose goals lie wholly in the intellectual and moral sphere.

I cannot seriously believe in it [quantum theory] because the theory cannot be reconciled with the idea that physics should represent a reality in time and space, free from spooky actions at a distance [spukhafte Fernwirkungen].

Truly novel inventions emerge only in one's youth. Later one becomes ever more experienced, famous-and foolish.

From the viewpoint of a Jesuit priest I am, of course, and have always been an atheist.

You cannot simultaneously prevent and prepare for war.

We are part of the whole which we call the universe, but it is an optical delusion of our mind that we think we are separate. This separateness is like a prison for us. Our job is to widen the circle of our compassion so we feel connected with all people and situations.

Innovation is everyones responsibility, not just R&Ds.