The ancients knew something, which we seem to have forgotten.

Yes, we now have to divide up our time like that, between politics and our equations. But to me our equations are far more important, for politics are only a matter of present concern. A mathematical equation stands forever.

The field is the sole influence of the particle.

There is no place in this new kind of physics both for the field and matter, for the field is the only reality.

All of us who are concerned for peace and triumph of reason and justice must be keenly aware how small an influence reason and honest good will exert upon events in the political field.

There is not the slightest indication that nuclear energy will ever be obtainable. It would mean that the atom would have to be shattered at will.

Happiness, as a pursuit, is suitable only for pigs.