The Old Man of Restelo

The Old Man of Restelo is a fictional character who appears in the Portuguese epic poem Os Lusíadas. He is a symbol of pessimism and represents those who did not believe in the likely success of the Portuguese voyages of discovery. The Old Man of Restelo appears at the embarkation of the first expedition to India in 1497. He warns the explorers of the dangers that lie ahead, but they are determined to continue on their journey. The Old Man of Restelo is a powerful reminder that even in the face of adversity, there are always those who will doubt our dreams. But if we are brave enough to follow our hearts, we can achieve anything we set our minds to.