Albert Einstein

Albert Einstein

The most influential scientist of the 20th century epoch, Albert Einstein (1879-1955) is known as the Father of Modern Physics. He may have revolutionized scientific thought, but what made the public adore him was his down-to-earth sense of humor. Known for making short quips, Einstein was the people’s scientist. Despite being one of the most brilliant men of the 20th century, Einstein appeared approachable, partly because he always had uncombed hair, disheveled clothing, and a lack of socks. During his entire life, Einstein worked diligently to understand the world around him and in so doing, developed the Theory of Relativity, which opened the door for the creation of the atomic bomb.He received a Nobel Prize for his contribution to the field of Theoretical Physics in the year 1921.

Albert Einstein

Albert Einstein

Another of history’s most brilliant and intellectual men, Einstein is famous worldwide for his theories and scientific discoveries. Here was a man who was never satisfied with what he had done and viewed his achievements as mere stepping stones to the next achievement. While he was definitely successful in his scientific work, he was also a man of words.

Here is some money advice from one of the world’s greatest thinkers:

"I am absolutely convinced that no wealth in the world can help humanity forward, even in the hands of the most devoted worker in this cause. The example of great and pure personages is the only thing that can lead us to find ideas and noble deeds. Money only appeals to selfishness and always irresistibly tempts its owner to abuse it. Can anyone imagine Moses, Jesus or Gandhi with the moneybags of Carnegie?"

Einstein makes a good point which I think is relevant to most people on this list. Moses, Jesus, Gandhi and other influential people are not revered for their wealth, but for their actions in life. Money certainly does tempt people to abuse it, but Einstein knew that the key to resisting temptation was to realize that money is not the most important thing in the world.