Christiaan Huygens

Mathematician and Astronomer Dutch 1629 – 1695

Discovered Saturn's rings and proposed wave theory of light.

375 quotes

"The strength of an idea is measured by its simplicity."
Strength
"Death is not the end, but a transformation."
Death
"Dreams are the blueprints of reality."
Dreams
"Success is the result of continuous improvement."
Success
"Kindness is the highest form of wisdom."
Kindness
"The future belongs to those who understand the present."
Motivation
"Art and science are branches of the same tree."
Art
"Fear is the enemy of discovery."
Fear
"The power of observation is the power of creation."
Power
"Perseverance is the path to all greatness."
Perseverance
"Health is the foundation of all happiness."
Health
"The adventure of life is found in seeking truth."
Adventure
"Imagination is more valuable than knowledge."
Imagination
"Work is the expression of love."
Work
"True friendship is built on shared understanding."
Friendship
"The family is the first school of the soul."
Family
"Hope is the companion of the courageous."
Hope
"Change is the only constant in nature."
Change
"Education is the light that banishes darkness."
Education
"Truth cannot be hidden forever."
Truth
"Peace is the reward of understanding."
Peace
"Justice is the harmony of society."
Justice
"Money is a tool, not a goal."
Money
"Gratitude is the memory of the heart."
Gratitude
"Creativity is the expression of the soul."
Creativity
"Leadership is the art of inspiring others."
Leadership
"Humor is the light in the darkness."
Humor
"The study of history is the study of human nature."
History
"Philosophy is the pursuit of ultimate truth."
Philosophy
"Literature is the mirror of the human condition."
Literature