Galileo Galilei, (1564-1642) Italian astronomer, physicist, engineer, philosopher, and mathematician Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Comment on this quote Share via Email Print this Page Galileo Galilei Quote “You cannot teach a man anything; you can only help him to find it within himself.”Galileo Galilei ~ Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) Italian astronomer, physicist, engineer, philosopher, and mathematician Education , Learning Ratings and Comments Reply Mike, Norwalk 5/6/14 Reply anonymous 5/6/14 And sometimes, try as one may, it's not to be found. Reply Ron w13, Or 5/6/14 The grass does grow, as also the thoughts within man, guided by its own stars and planets. Our flag, and the stars above in blue. Each for a state, many see them, but few understand their function. We do not try and teach, but plant seed in the garden of the mind. Hoping perhaps, living long enough. Behold the fruit of understanding. Reply jim k, austin tx 5/6/14 Reply E Archer, NYC 11/28/18 Rings true for me as a student and as a 'teacher' when home-schooling our children. "What shall we learn today?" I certainly don't think I can teach anyone anything, unless they ask for it — there is no changing a fixed mind. Reply Fredrick William Sillik, Anytown 4/29/24 Excellent quote, its in the individual's make up, their heart, so to speak. Socialism is the challenge of social abilities to create a heart. 1 Reply Mike, Norwalk Fredrick William Sillik, Anytown 4/29/24 Socialism is a challenge to noble / human abilities (independent, collective and social) and only creates hate, anger, pain, poverty, violence, inequality and all else that is contrary to individual sovereignty, inalienable rights and liberty at nature's law. SaveOk2 SaveOk2 View CommentsClick to view or comment. Share on Facebook Tweet Email Print This Galileo Galilei quote is found in these categories: Education quotes Learning quotes About Galileo Galilei Bio of Galileo Galilei Quotations by Galileo Galilei Books by/about Galileo Galilei Galileo Galilei videos Galileo Galilei on Wikipedia Astrological chart for Galileo Galilei