The fact that man produces a concept "I" besides the totality of his mental and emotional experiences or perceptions does not prove that there must be any specific existence behind such a concept. We are succumbing to illusions produced by our self-created language, without reaching a better understanding of anything. Most of so-called philosophy is due to this kind of fallacy.

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.

In conclusion I wish to say that in working at the problem here dealt with I have had the loyal assistance of my friend and colleague M. Besso, and that I am indebted to him for several valuable suggestions.

One is born into a herd of buffaloes and must be glad if one is not trampled under foot before one's time.

I do not believe in the God of theology who rewards good and punishes evil. My God created laws that take care of that. His universe is not ruled by wishful thinking, but by immutable laws.

It is impossible to get out of a problem by using the same kind of thinking that it took to get into it.

Our entire much-praised technological progress, and civilization generally, could be compared to an axe in the hand of a pathological criminal.