What famous physicist was asked to become president of Israel?
Asked by: Becky
Answer
The scientist in question was Albert Einstein. The offer of presidency, which he declined, was made in 1952.
Answered by: David Latchman, B.Sc. Physics, University of the West Indies
'One cannot help but be in awe when he contemplates the mysteries of eternity, of life, of the marvelous structure of reality. It is enough if one tries merely to comprehend a little of this mystery every day.'