Presents a modern translation of the Books of Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes in the Old Testament, and provides annotations and commentary for each verse
Identifies a loss of common-sense wisdom that has coincided with a collapsing economy, failing schools, and other setbacks, and offers recommendations to identify and cultivate wisdom by combining experience with empathy and intellect.
Globally, many cultures have believed in the divine nature of wisdom, and have attributed it to deities such as Sarasvati, Apollo and Odin. Wisdom: A History provides an introduction to wisdom in its many forms. Trevor Curnow draws on examples from diverse times and cultures inc…
"Globally, many cultures have believed in the divine nature of wisdom, and have attributed it to deities such as Sarasvati, Apollo and Odin. Wisdom: A History provides an introduction to wisdom in its many forms. Trevor Curnow draws on examples from diverse times and cultures in…