Throughout history, renowned figures have left behind unforgettable quotes that resonate deeply with millions of people. Many of their timeless sayings have become guiding principles and life mottos for generations.
Scientist Archimedes is regarded as one of history’s great minds, known for his unique and creative inventions. One of his greatest contributions is the principle of leverage, famously encapsulated in his quote: “Give me a place to stand, and I shall move the earth.”
The illustrious philosopher Socrates is famous for his insightful statement: “If you do not get what you want, you must suffer; if you get what you do not want, you will also suffer; even if you get what you want, you will still suffer because you cannot hold onto it forever. Your mind is the greatest barrier. It wants a life of freedom, without change, without pain, and without death. But change is a law, and no falsehood can alter that reality.”
Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) – a brilliant military leader and Emperor of France, is known for his quote: “A lion led by a deer will never be an army of lions.”
The 16th President of the United States Abraham Lincoln is remembered for his quote: “You may progress slowly, but never backward.”
The great theoretical physicist from Germany, the “father” of the Theory of Relativity, Albert Einstein is remembered for his timeless saying: “I am not smarter than anyone else; I just stay with problems longer.”
Pastor Martin Luther King, Jr. is famous for his powerful statement: “Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into a friend.”
“We must have the courage to become great individuals and also understand that greatness is the result of tireless effort, sacrifice, and courage,” said U.S. President Teddy Roosevelt.
The famous Austrian composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart left behind this classic quote: “To speak well and eloquently is an art, but knowing when to stop talking is equally an art.”
“The fool thinks himself to be wise, but the wise man knows himself to be a fool,” said the great playwright William Shakespeare.
The world-renowned artist Leonardo da Vinci made a notable statement: “Even mastering just one piece of knowledge can benefit the mind; it will discard the useless but retain the useful.”
