Quote by Albert Einstein, Letter to Max B

One needn't be a crank to miss the scientific boat. The very paragon of genius, Albert Einstein, couldn't be persuaded to give quantum physics his unreserved endorsement. Here is Einstein's most frequently paraphrased statement of dissatisfaction with the theory: Quantum mechanics is very impressive. But an inner voice tells me that it is not yet the real thing. The theory yields a lot, but it hardly brings us any closer to the secret of the Old One. In any case I am convinced that He doesn't play dice.

One needn't be a crank to miss the scientific boat. The very

Summary

This quote highlights the skepticism of Albert Einstein towards the field of quantum physics. Despite being recognized as a genius, Einstein was not convinced by the theory's potential validity. His statement reflects his awe for the achievements of quantum mechanics but implies that it still fell short in providing a complete understanding of the universe ("the secret of the Old One"). Furthermore, he expresses his belief that reality is not governed by random chance ("He doesn't play dice"). This quote illustrates how even renowned individuals can hold reservations about scientific theories.

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By Albert Einstein, Letter to Max B

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