Quote by Luís de Camões: “Experience is the mother of all sciences.”

This proverb emphasizes that direct observation and practical engagement are the fundamental sources of all knowledge and understanding. It suggests that true learning in any field begins with hands-on experience, which then informs theories and principles.

Camões lived through the Age of Discovery, witnessing firsthand the practical knowledge gained from navigation, exploration, and warfare. 'The Lusiads' itself is an epic born from his own extensive travels and experiences in the East.

Portuguese poet considered the greatest in the Portuguese language, whose epic The Lusiads, published in 1572, celebrated Vasco da Gama's voyage to India and Portugal's age of exploration. He fought as a soldier, lost an eye in battle, and spent years in Asia before completing his masterwork.