Hippocrates:

Conclusions which are merely verbal cannot bear fruit, only those do which are based on demonstrated fact. For affirmation and talk are deceptive and treacherous. Wherefore one must hold fast to facts in generalizations also, and occupy oneself with facts persistently, if one is to acquire that ready and infallible habit which we call 'the art of medicine'.

— Hippocrates Ancient

Father of medicine

Context

From 'Precepts', a strong endorsement of empiricism and observation in medicine.

Date / Period

c. 5th Century BCE

Source

https://en.wikiquote.org/wiki/Hippocrates

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