Vera Rubin

“I’m Jewish, and so religion to me is a kind of moral code and a kind of history.”

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Vera Rubin explained the significance of her Jewish identity and faith in an interview.

“Galaxies may be pretty remarkable,”

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Vera Rubin contrasted the wonder of galaxies with the development of a young child.

“very conventional, very loving Jewish family.”

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Vera Rubin credited her family for enabling her to balance motherhood and her scientific studies.

“for some of us, attempting to understand this universe is important and a major part of our lives.”

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Vera Rubin affirmed the value and importance of attempting to understand the universe.

“most remarkable thing in this world.”

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Vera Rubin shared her admiration for the development of small children.

“But to watch a child from 0 to 2 is just incredible.”

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Vera Rubin highlighted the marvel of watching a child develop during their earliest years.

“enormous point to it all.”

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Vera Rubin reflected on Steven Weinberg's claim that the universe appears pointless.