Albertus Magnus
Medieval Germany Scholasticism
Biography
German Dominican friar and bishop, philosopher, and scientist. Teacher of Thomas Aquinas.
Life Dates
Born: January 1, 1200
Died: November 15, 1280
Notable Quotes
"Natural science does not consist in ratifying what others have said, but in seeking the causes of phenomena."
"The aim of natural science is not simply to accept the statements of others."
"Wonder is defined as a constriction and suspension of the heart caused by amazement."
"Science alone can lead to the knowledge of what is."
"The whole of nature is a unified system."