"Loud speech, profusion of words, and possessing skillfulness in expounding scriptures are merely for the enjoyment of the learned. They do not lead to liberation."; How the 8th-century philosopher differentiates between performative knowledge and being actually wise

“Loud speech, profusion of words, and possessing skillfulness in expounding scriptures are merely for the enjoyment of the learned. They do not lead to liberation.”; How the 8th-century philosopher differentiates between performative knowledge and being actually wise

Quote of the day by Adi Shankaracharya (Photo via X) We live in a world that rewards eloquence. A person who can speak fluently, argue persuasively, or explain things impressively is often seen as the smartest one in the room.Degrees, debates, and smart conversations are treated as proof of wisdom. But somewhere between all this,…

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Japanese proverb of the day: "A frog in the well knows nothing of the great ocean" |

Japanese proverb of the day: “A frog in the well knows nothing of the great ocean” |

Japanese proverb of the day (AI-generated image) Japanese proverbs have been an integral part of Japanese culture for a long time. These sayings carry wisdom and philosophical knowledge regarding the ways of life and human beings’ nature, among other things. The Japanese proverbs are often based on nature, daily activities and philosophy, conveying profound meanings…

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