15 Stephen Hawking Quotes That Will Continue To Inspire Generations

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It is impossible for someone with the slightest education and understanding of science to not know, Stephen Hawking.

Easily the greatest mind of our times, Stephen Hawking, a Theoretical Physicist and Cosmologist with an IQ of 160 was born on the 8th January, 1942. Today, on the 14th day of March, 2018 the whole world mourns as Hawking, in his infinite thirst for knowledge has ventured to an unforeseen adventure beyond the realms of our planet.

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Hawking’s wondrous life was just as much a source of inspiration for people across the globe as his career and contributions to Science.

Stephen Hawking is best known for his work on radiation and predicting the Black Holes, which are a source of emitting radiation. This theory is often known as Hawking Radiation.

It is well-known that Hawking suffered from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), a disease which had slowly paralyzed him for decades and in his last days, he could only communicate throw a speech generating device. However, even this great disability couldn’t stop Hawking from continuing his research and contributing to the world of science till his dying breath.

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These 15 quotes by Stephen Hawking are an evidence of his resilience and the profound wisdom that his great mind had to offer to the world. Even though he is no longer with us, his words will continue to resonate and inspire many, many generations to come.

Stephen Hawking on Human Behaviour

“We are all different, but we share the same human spirit. Perhaps it’s human nature that we adapt and survive.”
“I have noticed that even people who claim everything is predetermined and that we can do nothing to change it, look before they cross the road.”

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“I am just a child who has never grown up. I still keep asking these ‘how’ and ‘why’ questions. Occasionally, I find an answer.”
“Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change.”

Stephen Hawking’s Most Profound Life Lessons

“So next time someone complains that you have made a mistake, tell him that may be a good thing. Because without imperfection, neither you nor I would exist.”
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“Try to make sense of what you see and wonder about what makes the universe exist. Be curious, and however difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do, and succeed at. It matters that you don’t just give up.”

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“One, remember to look up at the stars and not down at your feet. Two, never give up work. Work gives you meaning and purpose, and life is empty without it. Three, if you are lucky enough to find love, remember it is there and don’t throw it away.”
“Life would be tragic if it weren’t funny.”
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“Keeping an active mind has been vital to my survival, as have been maintaining a sense of humor.”

Stephen Hawking on Scientific Research

“Science is not only a disciple of reason but, also, one of romance and passion.”
“I believe alien life is quite common in the universe, although intelligent life is less so. Some say it has yet to appear on Earth.”
“No one undertakes research in physics with the intention of winning a prize. It is the joy of discovering something no one knew before.”

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“We are just an advanced breed of monkeys on a minor planet of very average star. But we can understand the universe. That makes us something very special.”
“Scientists have become the bearers of the torch of discovery in our quest for knowledge.”
“There is no unique picture of reality.”
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As the world bids farewell to the great scientist, his journey on Earth and beyond could not have been summed up better than this guy’s tribute: