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The most beautiful experience we can have is the mysterious. It is the fundamental emotion that stands at the cradle of true art and true science.
"The most beautiful experience we can have is the mysterious. It is the fundamental emotion that stands at the cradle of true art and true science."— Albert Einstein
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Meaning of this quote
Wonder at what remains unexplained can motivate both artistic expression and scientific inquiry. Mystery is presented as an invitation to investigate.
Key takeaway:
Let curiosity about the unknown motivate careful exploration.
Origin of the quote
Einstein’s The World as I See It, autobiographical credo, in English translation.
Who actually said this?
VerifiedThis is a documented translated passage. English editions vary in their rendering of the German account of the mysterious.
