The theory of the expanding universe is in some respects so preposterous that we naturally hesitate to commit ourselves to it. It contains elements apparently so incredible that I feel almost an indignation that anyone should believe in it - except myself.


The Expanding Universe, Chapter III, Section IV (pp. 86-87), At the University Press. 1952

Freeman Dyson Quotes

The theory of the expanding universe is in some respects so preposterous that we naturally hesitate to commit ourselves to it. It contains elements...

The theory of the expanding universe is in some respects so preposterous that we naturally hesitate to commit ourselves to it. It contains elements...

The theory of the expanding universe is in some respects so preposterous that we naturally hesitate to commit ourselves to it. It contains elements...

The theory of the expanding universe is in some respects so preposterous that we naturally hesitate to commit ourselves to it. It contains elements...