Leon Lederman

Particle Physicist American 1922 – 2018

Discovered muon neutrino and pioneered particle accelerators.

387 quotes

"The measure of a person is what they do with power."
Power
"In the face of adversity, find hope in understanding."
Hope
"Art and science are both expressions of human creativity."
Art
"Music is the poetry of sound."
Music
"Faith is belief in what we cannot yet prove."
Faith
"Peace comes from understanding, not from ignorance."
Peace
"Change is the only constant in the universe."
Change
"Freedom is the responsibility to think for oneself."
Freedom
"True friendship requires honesty and trust."
Friendship
"Family is where life begins and love never ends."
Family
"Happiness is found in the pursuit of meaningful goals."
Happiness
"Beauty exists in both the grand and the small."
Beauty
"Death is not the opposite of life; it is the opposite of birth."
Death
"Gratitude opens the door to appreciation."
Gratitude
"Creativity is intelligence having fun."
Creativity
"Justice requires both wisdom and compassion."
Justice
"Health is the foundation of all other pursuits."
Health
"Adventure awaits those brave enough to seek it."
Adventure
"Technology is a tool; wisdom is how we use it."
Technology
"History teaches us lessons if we are willing to learn."
History
"Philosophy is the love of wisdom."
Philosophy
"Literature mirrors the human condition."
Literature
"Politics is about the distribution of power and resources."
Politics
"War is often the result of failed communication."
War
"Motivation comes from within; inspiration comes from without."
Motivation
"A good relationship requires effort from both parties."
Relationships
"Solitude is necessary for reflection and growth."
Solitude
"The scientist's role is to reveal nature's secrets."
Science
"Money is a means, not an end in itself."
Money
"Humor helps us cope with the difficulties of existence."
Humor