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What is the difference between knowledge and wisdom?

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Posted on Jul 2nd, 2008 by Siona : Synchronicity Coordinator Siona
How is wisdom different than knowledge? What does it mean to be wise?
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Knowledge is the shoe horn,...

Posted on Jan 7th, 2009 by Schrödinger : Revelator Schrödinger

Knowledge is the shoe horn, bringing into expression the wisdom you already have.  In time , this can be realized in an instant.  You've already read the book; the act of reading is the way... More »

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The difference between knowledge &...

Posted on Oct 2nd, 2008 by Mikey_Dee : A hoot and The frumious Bandersnatc Mikey_Dee

The difference between knowledge & wisdom, one helps you make a lifing, d'udder helps you make a life

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Knowledge is of little use...

Posted on Aug 31st, 2008 by lorel

Knowledge is of little use without discernment tempered by compassion. Wisdom is discernment (understanding) applied with compassion.

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Wisdom is an inner peacefulness...

Posted on Jul 12th, 2008 by Healing Artist Entrepreneur : be...ing Healing Artist Entrepreneur

Wisdom is an inner peacefulness and core knowing.  A using of life experiences to develop a way of funtioning with wisdom.  Wisdom is walking mindfully on rice paper.  Knowledge is "Jeopardy" and Trival Pursuit games.  Someone can... More »

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Knowledge is--I know, therefore I...

Posted on Jul 10th, 2008 by  Hey_Jude : Growing Toward the Light Hey_Jude

Knowledge is--I know, therefore I am.  Wisdom is--I am therefore  know. Jude www.stirringthespiritwith.com

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To me, I guess that...

Posted on Jul 8th, 2008 by spacegirl92 : Mme. Counselor spacegirl92

To me, I guess that knowledge is simply understanding facts or understanding a specific subject. But wisdom is understanding relationships, perhaps. And I don't just mean human relationships. I mean, understanding the relationship between certain... More »

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Knowledge is to hold the...

Posted on Jul 8th, 2008 by Timbo : warming many hearts at once Timbo

Knowledge is to hold the answer, wisdom is knowing when to apply it.  Timb (Grey Wolf)

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Knowledge is justified true belief,...

Posted on Jul 5th, 2008 by Red Zircon : one taste Red Zircon

Knowledge is justified true belief, according to Plato. Theory:  Knowledge is an intellectual understanding. Wisdom is broader. It encompasses intuition, emotion, intelligence, aesthetics, spirit and the ability to apply them or recognize them appropriately in... More »

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Knowledge is better known as...

Posted on Jul 5th, 2008 by Bahamut : dragon king Bahamut

Knowledge is better known as "booksmart" and Wisdom is better known as "streetsmart." Knowledge contains the things you know, but wisdom covers the things you know how to use in the real world.

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Wisdom is APPLYING the knowledge...

Posted on Jul 5th, 2008 by Valerie : Peaceful Warrior Valerie

Wisdom is APPLYING the knowledge you learn to make better results than before you recognized the patteren and wanted to do something better about it!

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