Abundance of knowledge does not teach men to be wise.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Knowing a lot doesn’t automatically make you wise.
- In plain terms
- More knowledge isn’t the same as more wisdom.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek wisdom, not just information.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What practices turn knowledge into wisdom?
- How can we measure wisdom beyond facts?
Another view
Some knowledge can directly inform wise choices.
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