Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) was an Italian astronomer, physicist, and polymath who played a key role in the scientific revolution of the 17th century. He made significant contributions to the development of the telescope, observational astronomy, and the scientific method. Galileo’s observations and support for the heliocentric model of the solar system brought him into conflict … Read more
Isaac Newton (1643–1727) was an English mathematician, physicist, and astronomer who is widely regarded as one of the most influential scientists in history. His groundbreaking work laid the foundation for classical mechanics, most notably through his formulation of the laws of motion and universal gravitation, which he detailed in his seminal work, Philosophiæ Naturalis Principia … Read more
Charles Darwin (1809-1882) was an English naturalist, geologist, and biologist best known for his groundbreaking work on the theory of evolution through natural selection. Born in Shrewsbury, England, Darwin’s extensive research during his voyage on HMS Beagle from 1831 to 1836 provided crucial insights into the diversity of life on Earth. His observations and collections … Read more
Albert Einstein (1879-1955) was a German-born theoretical physicist who revolutionized our understanding of the universe with his theory of relativity, particularly the famous equation (E=mc²) which equates mass with energy. Einstein’s work fundamentally changed physics, challenging Newtonian mechanics and introducing profound concepts like space-time curvature and the equivalence of mass and energy. Beyond relativity, he … Read more
Jesus Christ is a central figure in Christianity, believed by Christians to be the Son of God and the Savior of humanity. Born in Bethlehem around 4 to 6 BCE, his life and teachings form the basis of the New Testament in the Bible. Christians hold that Jesus performed miracles, preached about love, forgiveness, and … Read more
Gautama Buddha (563-483 BCE) was the founder of Buddhism. He was a spiritual teacher in ancient India and is revered as the “Enlightened One” or Buddha, meaning the awakened or enlightened one. Buddha’s teachings focus on the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, providing a framework for the alleviation of suffering and the attainment … Read more
Muhammad (c. 570-632 CE) is widely regarded as the most influential figure in world history. As the founder of Islam and the final prophet of God according to Muslim belief, Muhammad’s teachings and actions profoundly shaped not only the spiritual and moral landscape of the Arabian Peninsula but also had lasting impacts on global civilizations. … Read more