Funny facts about Albert Einstein

Funny facts about Albert Einstein
"It takes a touch of genius -- and a lot of courage -- to move in the opposite direction." Albert Einstein

Albert Einstein was a brilliant physicist, but he also had a sense of humor. Here are some funny facts about him:

Einstein was a slow talker as a child, and his parents initially thought he was mentally disabled.

Einstein was known for his wild hair, which became an iconic part of his image. However, he reportedly never combed it and didn't like to get haircuts.

Einstein was a terrible student when he was young, and his teachers thought he was lazy and uninterested in learning.

Einstein loved to play the violin and was a decent musician. He once said that if he hadn't become a physicist, he would have liked to be a musician.

Einstein was offered the presidency of Israel in 1952, but he declined the offer, saying he wasn't suited for the job.

Einstein was a pacifist and spoke out against war and violence. He once said, "I know not with what weapons World War III will be fought, but World War IV will be fought with sticks and stones."

Einstein was a vegetarian and loved to eat spaghetti with tomato sauce.

Einstein's brain was preserved after his death for scientific study. However, when the pathologist who conducted the autopsy stole Einstein's brain, he was caught and fired from his job.

Einstein once said, "The difference between genius and stupidity is that genius has its limits."

Einstein was offered the position of Prime Minister of Israel in 1952, but he politely declined, saying, "I am deeply moved by the offer from our State of Israel, and at once saddened and ashamed that I cannot accept it."