Category Archives: wisdom

When we are motivated by wisdom and compassion, the results of our actions benefit everyone.

Posted on 2 April 2011 by philosiblog

When we are motivated by wisdom and compassion, the results of our actions benefit everyone… – Dalai Lama What does that mean? To me, this is fairly straight forward.  When we act from a place of compassion, with wisdom as our guide, … Continue reading →

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Peace and friendship with all mankind is our wisest policy, and I wish we may be permitted to pursue it.

Posted on 25 March 2011 by philosiblog

Peace and friendship with all mankind is our wisest policy, and I wish we may be permitted to pursue it. – Thomas Jefferson What does that mean? To me, it speaks of the losses of war.  In a war, no … Continue reading →

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As for me, all I know is that I know nothing.

Posted on 7 March 2011 by philosiblog

As for me, all I know is that I know nothing. – Socrates What does that mean? This is probably one of the most famous quotes in all the world, as it was the one that caused Socrates to be … Continue reading →

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