Quote by Miguel de Cervantes

I believe there's no proverb but what is true they are all so many sentences and maxims drawn from experience, the universal mother of sciences.

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Summary

This quote emphasizes the value of proverbs as concise statements of truth derived from collective experience. It suggests that proverbs are not merely random sentences, but instead reflect the wisdom acquired by humanity over time. By highlighting the understanding that proverbs stem from real-life lessons, the quote positions experience as the fundamental source of knowledge and suggests that proverbs serve as timeless reminders of this accumulated wisdom.

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Experience

By Miguel de Cervantes

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