Brouwer, Luitzen Egbertus Jan

Mathematician-Philosopher Dutch 1881 – 1966

Founded intuitionism in mathematics and philosophy.

380 quotes

"Mathematics is the language of the universe."
Science
"Creativity flourishes when mathematical constraints are understood."
Creativity
"The discipline of mathematics develops strength of mind."
Strength
"Kindness and clarity should guide all mathematical teaching."
Kindness
"Gratitude for mathematical insight deepens appreciation of knowledge."
Gratitude
"Nature expresses itself through mathematical principles."
Nature
"The power of abstraction is the mathematician's greatest tool."
Power
"Mathematical work requires both solitude and collaboration."
Solitude
"Dreams of solving great problems motivate mathematical research."
Dreams
"Health of the mind is strengthened through mathematical study."
Health
"Adventures in mathematical thinking expand human consciousness."
Adventure
"The history of mathematics reflects human progress and ingenuity."
History
"Political systems should be guided by mathematical justice and logic."
Politics
"Mathematics brings peace through understanding and order."
Peace
"The motivation to discover mathematical truth is intrinsic."
Motivation
"Inspiration strikes the prepared mathematical mind."
Inspiration
"Literary expression and mathematical expression share deep similarities."
Literature
"Technology amplifies but cannot replace human mathematical insight."
Technology
"Faith in mathematical beauty sustains long research endeavors."
Faith
"Leadership in mathematics comes from clarity and vision."
Leadership
"The joy of mathematics surpasses material success."
Happiness
"Money cannot measure the value of mathematical understanding."
Money
"War has often advanced mathematical and technological knowledge."
War
"Death is inevitable, but mathematical truth is eternal."
Death
"Each mathematical truth reveals new layers of complexity."
Knowledge
"The structure of mathematics mirrors the structure of thought."
Philosophy
"Humor and mathematics are not incompatible."
Humor
"Success in mathematics is measured by understanding, not credentials."
Success
"Friendship between mathematicians is founded on mutual respect for truth."
Friendship
"Family support is crucial for developing mathematical talent."
Family