Fine, Arthur

Philosopher American 1937 – 2014

Developed natural ontological attitude in philosophy of science.

433 quotes

"Happiness is not a destination; it's a practice of presence."
Happiness
"Faith is the courage to believe in what we cannot yet see."
Faith
"The power of words lies not in their loudness, but in their truth."
Power
"Money is a tool; purpose is the wielder."
Money
"Health is the foundation upon which all ambitions are built."
Health
"Adventure awaits those brave enough to leave their comfort behind."
Adventure
"Change is the only constant; resistance is the only tragedy."
Change
"Philosophy is the art of living deliberately."
Philosophy
"Literature opens doors to lives we will never live."
Literature
"Justice delayed is not justice; it is merely postponed injustice."
Justice
"Politics without principle is merely the pursuit of power."
Politics
"War begins in the heart long before it manifests in the world."
War
"Motivation is the spark; discipline is the fuel."
Motivation
"Inspiration is found not in extraordinary moments, but in paying attention."
Inspiration
"Relationships are mirrors in which we see ourselves most clearly."
Relationships
"Education is the great equalizer, if we allow it to be."
Education
"Hope is the defiant belief that tomorrow can be different."
Hope
"Strength is not measured by the weight we can carry, but by what we choose to release."
Strength
"Science is humanity's conversation with nature."
Science
"The humor that heals is the humor that speaks truth with gentleness."
Humor
"Family is where we learn to love before we learn anything else."
Family
"Death is not the end of life; it is the reminder of life's preciousness."
Death
"In the silence between words, the deepest truths reside."
Wisdom
"Every act of creation is an act of rebellion against entropy."
Creativity
"The greatest adventure is understanding yourself."
Adventure
"Kindness is strength wrapped in gentleness."
Kindness
"Power without compassion is merely tyranny with permission."
Power
"Time is the currency we all run out of; spend it wisely."
Time
"In love, the giver and the gift become one."
Love
"The pursuit of happiness often blinds us to happiness already present."
Happiness