The Anvil Teaches the Hammer: 100 Proverbs on Craftsmanship, Skill, and Mastery
Throughout the medieval world, from the bustling forges of European guild towns to the workshops of itinerant craftsmen, wisdom was forged in fire, sweat, and repetition. The guild culture, particularly the Meister Geselle (Master Journeyman) system, treated learning not as a moment but as a lifelong pilgrimage. Skills were passed down through observation, imitation, and years of disciplined practice. Craft
