In the vast Paradise domain, the masters of philosophy conduct elaborate courses in the 70 divisions of wisdom to co-ordinate experiences and compose knowledge in uniform agreement. [1]
In the ideal state, education is a lifelong pursuit where citizens gradually experience ascending levels of wisdom, from knowledge of things to cosmic insight and God-consciousness. [2]
Ask God for wisdom and spiritual strength to guide you through difficulties, as you courageously tackle problems on the journey towards divine perfection. [3]
The woman, despite being spiritually distant from God, is on a progressive path towards an eternal goal, unobstructed by worldly wisdom and spiritual pride. [4]
The union of souls mobilizes wisdom through the consciousness of knowledge and the sharing of spiritual possessions. [5] Wisdom is the conscious understanding of the meaning of personality. [6]
Human culture and civilizations are built on the ability to communicate knowledge and wisdom to future generations, giving rise to art, science, religion, and philosophy. [7]
True wisdom embraces both discretion and courage, teaching us to demonstrate compassion and tolerance while possessing patience and sagacity in our service to others. [8]
Wisdom differentiates human mind from animal mind by embracing ideas in process of association and recombination, enabled by the bestowal of spiritual assistance. [9]
The highest adjutant spirit of wisdom guides moral creatures towards orderly and progressive evolutionary advancement, serving as the co-ordinator and articulator of all other spirits in the practical and effective program of existence, ultimately aiming for a purely mental and moral goal. [10] Evolutionary religion slowly adjusts to changing society, reflecting shifting mores influenced by revealed wisdom. [11]
Wisdom, reason, and faith are man’s highest human attainments, each introducing him to different worlds of truth, relationships, and spiritual experiences. [12]
Wisdom does justice to differing men. [13] The God-knowing individual elevates wisdom to the living truth levels of divine attainment, seeking the living Spirit of Truth in every wise saying. [14] Exalt wisdom and she will bring you to honor, for wisdom is the principal thing to seek. [15] God's wisdom, consisting in his perfect insight, guides his all-powerful and all-wise actions without the need for repentance. [16] In time, thinking leads to wisdom and wisdom leads to worship; in eternity, worship leads to wisdom, and wisdom culminates in the finality of thought. [17] The masters of philosophy on Paradise teach the exhilarating pursuit of attempting to solve universe problems to ascendant personalities of space. [18] Adam’s default was the most disheartening miscarriage of wisdom in all Nebadon, reflecting the imperfections of our evolutionary universe. [19] Wisdom is divine and safe when cosmic in scope and spiritual in motivation. [20] Human wisdom must evolve within the limitations set by our superiors in the revelation of truth. [21] There is no limit to intellectual evolution, as wisdom can continue to grow indefinitely. [22] Faith has won for the ascendant pilgrim the key to Havona; now, pilgrim helpers must develop perfection of understanding for Paradise perfection. [23] The presence of evil reminds us of our imperfections and the necessary mistakes we must make on the path to wisdom. [24]
In resolving confusion between versions of wisdom, the Divine Counselors and Censors rule as to the proper combination of procedures and authenticity of advice. [25]
Wisdom is cultivated through the lengthening of the time unit in mortal experience, merging the past and future to illuminate the true meaning of the present. [26] Wisdom is the harmonious combination of divine insight from perfect beings and experiential knowledge from evolving creatures. [27] The foundation of wisdom is built upon facts and experiences. [28] The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, leading to love and appreciation for the Father's eternal love and mercy. [29] Focalized experience engenders authoritative wisdom, vital in the settling of local universes and contributing to the welfare of the superuniverse. [30] True spiritual wisdom comes from the full and unprejudiced study and correlation of three phases of universe reality: origin, history, and destiny. [31]
Cosmic wisdom, the fruit of divinity, is born from the full revelation of truth, beauty, and goodness to finite man through spiritual expression and love comprehension of Deity. [32]
Wisdom is gained through experiencing tribulation and adjusting to failure, while God's wisdom stems from the perfection of his infinite universe insight and divine foreknowledge, guiding free will. [33] If lacking in wisdom, one should seek guidance from the Voices of Wisdom. [34] Religion, by fostering civilization and providing discipline, enabled the emergence of wisdom. [35]
Wherever and whenever a Perfector of Wisdom functions, divine wisdom is embodied and manifested, serving as the ultimate source of knowledge and discretion for all beings in the universe. [36] Recognizing one's insignificance in the eternal laws of God leads to true wisdom and enlightenment. [37]
A wise man universalizes his heart by regarding all parts from the viewpoint of the whole, humbling oneself to aspire to greatness, and reciprocating kindness despite injury. [38] True culture is achieved not through education alone, but through the innate intelligence and experiential wisdom of a people. [39] The slow accumulation of painfully garnered wisdom is essential for maintaining a balance between external and internal restraints in human evolution. [40] Spiritual progress is not dependent upon knowledge and wisdom, but rather on mental expansion and the desire to do the will of the Father in heaven. [41]
See also: UB 85:7.3.