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Planets Quotes

Small words about very large distances.

From stargazing to science fiction, these planets quotes capture how differently people talk about the cosmos, some scientific and some laced with mystery.

And then when I went to Chicago, that's when I had these outer space experiences and went to the other planets.

Quotes by Sun Ra

Astronomy teaches the correct use of the sun and the planets.

Quotes by Stephen Leacock

I'm an ardent Trekkie and I look forward to the United Federation of Planets.

Quotes by Mike Oldfield

If Providence has created the stars and the planets, man has called the cannonball into existence.

Jules Verne

Emotion Quotes

Planets move in ellipses with the Sun at one focus.

Quotes by Johannes Kepler

Planets' orbits are elliptical. It's a very pleasing shape.

Quotes by James Turrell

I've been studying the planets and learning the personalities of each planet.

Quotes by Dr. Dre

Prebiotic chemistry on other worlds is going to be common. Plenty of small rocky planets will have similar chemistry. It's almost a given.

Quotes by Debra Fischer

Ultimately, what we're looking for in the long run is to find other Earth-like planets.

Quotes by Debra Fischer

Identity Quotes

The gas-giant planets in our solar system all have large moons.

Quotes by Debra Fischer

Diamond planets truly are the most precious.

Quotes by Debra Fischer

Kepler's blown the lid off everything we know about extra-solar planets.

Quotes by Debra Fischer

Frequently Asked Questions

What angles on planets do these quotes cover?
They range from religious framing of the stars and planets, to science fiction fandom, to straightforward astronomy about the sun and planetary motion.
Why does one quote mention the United Federation of Planets?
It reflects genuine enthusiasm from a self-described Trekkie, using the fictional organization to express hope for real cooperation among worlds.
Is there a spiritual take on planets in this collection?
Yes, one quote contrasts Providence creating the stars and planets with humanity inventing the cannonball, a pointed comment on creation versus destruction.
Do any quotes describe real outer space experiences?
One quote recalls personal experiences involving other planets after a trip to Chicago, blending memoir with cosmic wonder.
Where can I read more space-adjacent quotes?
Browse nature quotes for earthbound wonder, or mystery quotes for more on the unknown.

Extend the theme with quotes on the wider wonders of nature, or explore how the cosmos shapes a sense of identity in these reflections.