Bernardino Telesio

"We must observe nature itself, not the books written about nature."

"Sensible perception is the foundation of all knowledge."

"Nature is the true teacher of all things."

"The senses are the gateway to understanding reality."

"Truth lies in the observation of natural phenomena."

"Experience is the master of all arts."

"Nature does not lie; only our interpretations deceive us."

"The mind must be liberated from ancient prejudices."

"Knowledge comes from studying what is, not what we imagine to be."

"Nature reveals her secrets to those who observe carefully."

"We are slaves to ignorance until we seek the truth."

"The book of nature is written in the language of experience."

"Wisdom is the art of understanding nature's ways."

"Change is the law of nature itself."

"Every observation brings us closer to understanding reality."

"Nature operates with perfect precision and order."

"The pursuit of truth requires courage to abandon old beliefs."

"Science must be built on what we can sense and measure."

"Nature is eternal; human theories are temporary."

"The greatest teacher is patient observation."

"Truth cannot be inherited; it must be discovered."

"Nature respects no authority but its own laws."

"The eyes are the mirrors of natural truth."

"Ignorance is chosen when truth is available."

"The natural world speaks to those who listen."

"All knowledge begins with careful observation."

"Nature contains all the answers we seek."

"Tradition blinds us to what nature clearly shows."

"The senses are our most reliable guides."

"Nature's laws are consistent and unchanging."