Knowledge Quotes

From ancient scholars to modern scientists, these quotes explore what it means to learn and to know.

31147 quotes

"Knowledge is the foundation of all human progress."
Andreas Vesalius
"Every discovery begins with careful observation."
Andreas Vesalius
"To see is to understand; to understand is to heal."
Andreas Vesalius
"The greatest discoveries come from asking 'why' repeatedly."
Andreas Vesalius
"Observation is the lantern by which we navigate the darkness of ignorance."
Andreas Vesalius
"The eye that truly sees is the educated eye."
Andreas Vesalius
"Knowledge of anatomy is the foundation of medical excellence."
Andreas Vesalius
"Every anatomical discovery expands the boundaries of human knowledge."
Andreas Vesalius
"Every muscle, every nerve has a purpose worthy of investigation."
Andreas Vesalius
"Understanding structure is the first step toward understanding function."
Andreas Vesalius
"Each anatomical fact is a victory over ignorance."
Andreas Vesalius
"Every anatomical truth supplements what we know about being human."
Andreas Vesalius
B
"Sensible perception is the foundation of all knowledge."
Bernardino Telesio
B
"Knowledge comes from studying what is, not what we imagine to be."
Bernardino Telesio
B
"Every observation brings us closer to understanding reality."
Bernardino Telesio
B
"All knowledge begins with careful observation."
Bernardino Telesio
B
"Knowledge based on authority is no knowledge at all."
Bernardino Telesio
B
"Nature provides all we need to understand existence."
Bernardino Telesio
B
"The senses are windows to the external world."
Bernardino Telesio
B
"Understanding requires direct engagement with nature."
Bernardino Telesio
B
"The natural world contains infinite lessons."
Bernardino Telesio
P
"The human body is a microcosm of the universe."
Paracelsus
P
"The greatest miracle is to know thyself."
Paracelsus
P
"All suffering is the beginning of knowledge."
Paracelsus
P
"What we do not understand, we do not possess."
Paracelsus
P
"Knowledge is power, but enthusiasm pulls the switch."
Paracelsus
P
"The greatest discovery is that light is not only in the sun."
Paracelsus
E
"Knowledge without application is merely dust upon the shelf."
Edward Wotton
E
"Knowledge is power only when combined with wisdom and virtue."
Edward Wotton
C
"Wisdom is not the accumulation of years, but the refinement of understanding."
Cosimo de Medici