“"A man experienced in many things will know many things." Understanding which is the gateway of scientific considerations is partly from the frequency of experience. From many sensations arises one memory; from many memories arises one experience; from many experiences arises one universal, which is the principle of a…”
Bonaventure, 13th c. — Collationes de Septem Donis, Collation 8
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9A man that hath travelled knoweth many things; and he that hath much experience will declare wisdom.
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7For dreams have deceived many, and they have failed that put their trust in them.
8The law shall be found perfect without lies: and wisdom is perfection to a faithful mouth.
— Sirach 34:9 —
10He that hath no experience knoweth little: but he that hath travelled is full of prudence.
11When I travelled, I saw many things; and I understand more than I can express.