“With patience you go beyond knowledge.” — Portuguese proverb · The Inspired Sage

Cuban pygmy-owl ( Glaucidium siju siju ), Zapata National Park, Cuba

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With patience you go beyond knowledge.

— Portuguese proverb

Portuguese proverb; original: “Paciência excede sapiência.” (Wikiquote: Portuguese proverbs)

About this proverb

Attributed to: Portuguese proverb
Source: Portuguese proverb; original: “Paciência excede sapiência.” (Wikiquote: Portuguese proverbs)
Culture / tradition: Portuguese
Attribution status: Traditional
Verification: Primary reference

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