Wisdom sits alone Topmost in Heaven.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True wisdom is supreme and exists in isolation from worldly matters.
- In plain terms
- Wisdom is the highest thing and stands alone.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek wisdom even if it means standing apart.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is wisdom better when shared or kept private?
- What separates wisdom from knowledge?
Another view
It may encourage elitism or disconnection from community.
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