"The scientist does not study nature because it is useful; he studies it because he delights in it, and he delights in it because it is beautiful."

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Source : Henri Poincare (2012). “The Value of Science: Essential Writings of Henri Poincare”, p.318, Modern Library

Henri Poincare

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“The Oscar seems to have been confused with the Nobel Peace Prize.”
“We don't get groupies.We get teenagers who want to read us their poetry.”
“But I was in the Radiohead studio today and Phil was there drumming and Thom was there playing. We feel like we've only just stopped and already people are wanting us to carry on.”
“The best time to go fishing is when you can get away.”
“I'm sure if you were a Bosnian during the war, you would wish to kill Serbs. Just because it is the opposite of you and because they're aggressors. And also, it happens to me when I get attacked.”
“They're not just dreams. Not anymore, I dream more than I wake now, and, at times, I have crossed over. Can't you see? I've been there.”
“A good general not only sees the way to victory; he also knows when victory is impossible.”
“Lord Jesus, bring comfort to all those who mourn and peace of heart to those under pressure and tension, in Jesus Christ's name”

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