We must not show to all and sundry the secrets of the waters flowing in ocean and river, or the devices that work on these waters. Let there be convened a council of experts and masters in mechanical art to… — Filippo Brunelleschi Copy Share Image
To disclose too much of one's inventions and achievements is one and the same thing as to give up the fruit of one's ingenuity. — Filippo Brunelleschi Copy Share Image
Many are ready, when listening to the inventor, to belittle and deny his achievements so that he will no longer be heard in honourable… — Filippo Brunelleschi Copy Share Image
We must not show to all and sundry the secrets of the waters flowing in ocean and river, or the devices that work on… — Filippo Brunelleschi Copy Share Image
The gifts given to us by God must not be relinquished to those who speak ill of them and who are moved by envy… — Filippo Brunelleschi Copy Share Image
Do not share your inventions with many; share them only with the few who understand and love the sciences. — Filippo Brunelleschi Copy Share Image
