Wisdom
Wisdom
Wisdom (pronunciation: /ˈwɪzdəm/) is a concept that refers to the ability to think and act using knowledge, experience, understanding, common sense, and insight. Wisdom is associated with attributes such as unbiased judgment, compassion, experiential self-knowledge, self-transcendence and non-attachment, and virtues such as ethics and benevolence.
Etymology
The term "wisdom" originates from the Old English word "wisdom", which itself is derived from the Proto-Germanic "*wisdōmaz". The first part, "*wis-", comes from the Proto-Indo-European root "*weid-", meaning "to see" or "to know". The second part, "-dom", is a suffix used to form abstract nouns in English, giving the word the overall meaning of "the condition of being wise".
Related Terms
- Knowledge: Facts, information, and skills acquired through experience or education; the theoretical or practical understanding of a subject.
- Understanding: The ability to understand something; comprehension.
- Insight: The capacity to gain an accurate and deep understanding of someone or something.
- Common Sense: Good sense and sound judgment in practical matters.
- Experience: Practical contact with and observation of facts or events.
- Compassion: Sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.
- Ethics: Moral principles that govern a person's behavior or the conducting of an activity.
- Benevolence: The quality of being well-meaning; kindness.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Wisdom
- Wikipedia's article - Wisdom
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