Wisdom vs Intelligence
This cluster discusses the distinction between wisdom and intelligence or smarts, often defining wisdom as the practical application of knowledge and arguing it is superior to mere intellect.
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Yeah that sounds like wisdom, not intelligence.
Wisdom vs Intellect right there.
Perhaps it's better to be wise than smart.
I think what you're looking for is wisdom, not smarts.
Depends on how you define "wisdom"
Knowledge is knowing stuff wisdom is knowing when and when not to apply that knowledge.
Knowledge is knowing what happened. Wisdom is realizing what is likely going to happen.
Here is a smart one : Being wise is better than being smart.
Intelligence is knowing an algorithm. Wisdom is knowing when to apply it.
Cleverness does not equate to wisdom.