Wisdom begins in wonder.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The pursuit of wisdom starts with a sense of curiosity and amazement about the world.
- In plain terms
- Wisdom starts when you are in wonder.
- What can you take from it?
- Stay curious to begin learning.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What are you curious about?
- When did you last feel wonder?
Another view
It overlooks the hard work required after wonder to gain wisdom.
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