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Voices of Nobel Wisdom: A Legacy in Quotes

The Nobel Prize is one of the world’s most prestigious awards, honoring achievements that bring the greatest benefit to humankind.

It was established in the will of Swedish inventor Alfred Nobel, who dedicated his fortune to recognize excellence in Physics, Chemistry, Medicine, Literature, and Peace, with Economics added later in 1969.  The first prizes were awarded in 1901.

To celebrate discoveries and efforts that advance knowledge, inspire culture, and foster peace. Today, the Nobel Prize remains a global symbol of innovation, integrity, and human progress.

Here are some amazing quotes of some amazing Noble Prize Winners:

  • Martin Luther King Jr. (Peace, 1964)
    “Humanity must find a way to live together peacefully.”
  • Richard P. Feynman (Physics, 1965)
    “If I could explain my work simply, it wouldn’t have been worthy of the Nobel Prize.”
  • Marie Curie (Physics, 1903; Chemistry, 1911)
    “New discoveries will ultimately benefit humanity.”
  • T. S. Eliot (Literature, 1948)
    “Language changes from year to year.”
  • Thomas Mann (Literature, 1929)
    “A writer is someone for whom writing is more difficult than it is for others.”
  • William Golding (Literature, 1983)
    “Maybe there is a beast… maybe it’s only us.”
  • Albert Einstein (Physics, 1921)
    “God does not play dice with the universe.”
  • C. V. Raman (Physics, 1930)
    “The essence of science is independent thought and hard work, not equipment.”

Sources: Wikipedia, Nobel Prize Britannica