Every one who is seriously involved in the pursuit of science becomes convinced that a spirit is manifest in the laws of the Universe-a spirit vastly superior to that of man, and one in the face of which we with our modest powers must feel humble.

I have no extraordinary ability. I'm simply an inquisitive individual.

It is difficult to say what truth is, but sometimes it is so easy to recognize a falsehood.

For the most part, I do the thing which my own nature prompts me to do. It is embarrassing to earn so much respect and love for it.

A man's value to the community primarily depends on how far his feelings, thoughts, and actions are directed towards promoting the good of his fellows.

We will never be able to solve the problems of tomorrow with the thinking of today

A perfection of means, and confusion of aims, seems to be our main problem.