Michael Faraday

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Michael Faraday (1791-09-22 – 1867-08-25), a British scientist.

"I shall be with Christ, and that is enough." - Last words answering the question "Have you ever pondered by yourself what will be your occupation in the next world?"

"Nothing is too wonderful to be true if it be consistent with the laws of nature."

"The lecturer should give the audience full reason to believe that all his powers have been exerted for their pleasure and instruction."

"Work. Finish. Publish." - his well-known advice to the young William Crookes

Electricity

When asked, "what use is it?", he replied, "Why sir, there is the probability that you will soon be able to tax it."

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