Wisdom Talks

Wisdom, also known as sapience, is the ability to apply knowledge, experience, and good judgment to navigate life’s complexities. It is often associated with insight, discernment, and ethics in decision-making. Throughout history, wisdom has been regarded as a key virtue in philosophy, religion, and psychology, representing the ability to understand and respond to reality in a balanced and thoughtful manner. Unlike intelligence, which primarily concerns problem-solving and reasoning, wisdom involves a deeper comprehension of human nature, moral principles, and the long-term consequences of actions.
Philosophically, wisdom has been explored by thinkers from Ancient Greece to modern times. Socrates famously equated wisdom with recognizing one’s own ignorance, while Aristotle saw it as practical reasoning (phronesis) and deep contemplation (sophia). Eastern traditions, such as Confucianism and Buddhism, emphasize wisdom as a form of enlightened understanding that leads to ethical living and inner peace. Across cultures, wisdom is often linked to virtues like humility, patience, and compassion, suggesting that it is not just about knowing what is right but also acting upon it.
Psychologists study wisdom as a cognitive and emotional trait, often linking it to maturity, emotional regulation, and the ability to consider multiple perspectives. Research suggests that wisdom is associated with qualities such as open-mindedness, empathy, and the ability to manage uncertainty. Some psychological models, such as the Berlin Wisdom Paradigm and Robert Sternberg's Balance Theory, attempt to define and measure wisdom through various cognitive and social factors. Neuroscience studies also explore how brain structures related to emotional processing and long-term thinking contribute to wise decision-making.
Wisdom continues to be a subject of interest in modern society, influencing fields as diverse as leadership, education, and personal development. While technology provides greater access to information, it does not necessarily lead to wisdom, which requires careful reflection and ethical consideration. As artificial intelligence and data-driven decision-making play a growing role in shaping human life, discussions on wisdom remain relevant, emphasizing the importance of judgment, ethical responsibility, and long-term planning.
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Embodied Insight Through Zen Practice Practice, Work, Wisdom |
Jan 2022 |
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Making Our Life A GiftA virtual Dharma talk by Tenshin Roshi for an online gathering of the No Abode community Generosity, Awakening, Wisdom, Enthusiasm, Lotus Sutra, Precepts |
May 08 2021 Zoom |
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September 22nd, 2019, Serial No. 04494 Wisdom, Peace, Practice |
Sep 22 2019 |
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April 14th, 2018, Serial No. 04429 Wisdom, Love, Attachment |
Apr 14 2018 |
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April 14th, 2018, Serial No. 04428 Buddhism, Delusion, Wisdom |
Apr 14 2018 |
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August 5th, 2017, Serial No. 04389 Wisdom, Instruction, Perfect Wisdom |
Aug 05 2017 |
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July 8th, 2017, Serial No. 04379 Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Nirvana |
Jul 08 2017 |
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Prajna Paramita, the Lovely, the HolyUngraspable nature of all phenomena; perfect wisdom understands dependent co-arising; non-abiding in any state. Perfect Wisdom, Transmission, Compassion, Dependent Origination, Perfect Wisdom,... |
Jul 08 2017 PM No Abode Hermitage |
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Since You Cannot Waste Time, Don’tWisdom, Karmic Consequences, Consciousness, Rumi, Karmic Consequences, cognitive... |
Oct 08 2016 AM No Abode Hermitage |
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Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Part 10Generosity, Wisdom, Compassion, Compassion, Consciousness, Samadhi |
Dec 12 2015 PM No Abode Hermitage |
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Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Part 9Compassion, Ceremony, Consciousness, Karma, Compassion, Wisdom |
Nov 14 2015 PM No Abode Hermitage |
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January 22nd, 2015, Serial No. 04202 Emptiness, Practice, Wisdom |
Jan 22 2015 |
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December 9th, 2014, Serial No. 04185 Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Pain |
Dec 09 2014 |
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October 27th, 2014, Serial No. 04165 Bodhidharma, Breath, Wisdom |
Oct 27 2014 |
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Zen Meditation as the Bodhisattva PreceptsCompassion, Wisdom, Precepts, Precepts, Suzuki Roshi, Zazen, Bodhisattva Precepts,... |
Oct 11 2014 PM No Abode Hermitage |
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July 12th, 2014, Serial No. 04141 Perfect Wisdom, true dharma, Wisdom |
Jul 12 2014 |
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July 10th, 2014, Serial No. 04140 Perfect Wisdom, Doubt, Wisdom |
Jul 10 2014 |
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July 3rd, 2014, Serial No. 04139 Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Precepts |
Jul 03 2014 |
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April 10th, 2014, Serial No. 04124 Perfect Wisdom, Silence, Wisdom |
Apr 10 2014 |
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Exploring Consciousness and Realizing WisdomExploring consciousness with the aid of Buddha's teachings is a path to discovering and realizing deep, liberating Wisdom. Consciousness may be experienced as confining and confusing; at the same... Perfect Wisdom, Consciousness, Wisdom, Book of Serenity, Demons, Enemies, Karmic... |
Mar 23 2014 8 No Abode Hermitage |
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March 20th, 2014, Serial No. 04113 Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Practice |
Mar 20 2014 |
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March 1st, 2014, Serial No. 04112 Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Ceremony |
Mar 01 2014 |
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March 1st, 2014, Serial No. 04111 Name, Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom |
Mar 01 2014 |
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January 23rd, 2014, Serial No. 04103 Wisdom, Perfect Wisdom, Manjushri |
Jan 23 2014 |
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January 22nd, 2014, Serial No. 04102 Wisdom, Name, Mindfulness |
Jan 22 2014 |
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January 19th, 2014, Serial No. 04099 Perfect Wisdom, Enlightenment, Wisdom |
Jan 19 2014 |
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January 16th, 2014, Serial No. 04098 Buddha, Practice, Wisdom |
Jan 16 2014 |
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April 13th, 2013, Serial No. 04052 Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Lotus Sutra |
Apr 13 2013 |
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April 13th, 2013, Serial No. 04051 Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Transmission |
Apr 13 2013 |
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March 10th, 2013, Serial No. 04050 Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Pain |
Mar 10 2013 |
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April 26th, 2012, Serial No. 03964 Wisdom, Practice, Time |
Apr 26 2012 |
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March 11th, 2012, Serial No. 03947 Suffering, Wisdom, Concentration |
Mar 11 2012 |
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2012, Serial No. 04023 Practice, Wisdom, Buddha |
2012 |
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December 7th, 2011, Serial No. 03911 Compassion, Buddha, Wisdom |
Dec 07 2011 |
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November 2011 talk, Serial No. 03906 Pain, Love, Wisdom |
Nov 2011 |
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May 2011 talk, Serial No. 03848 Generosity, Work, Wisdom |
May 2011 |
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April 14th, 2011, Serial No. 03839 Koan, Time, Wisdom |
Apr 14 2011 |
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January 20th, 2011, Serial No. 03822 Karmic Consciousness, Wisdom, Compassion |
Jan 20 2011 |
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July 2010 talk, Serial No. 03759 Wisdom, Practice, Buddha |
Jul 2010 |
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April 11th, 2010, Serial No. 03745 Compassion, Practice, Wisdom |
Apr 11 2010 |
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March 18th, 2010, Serial No. 03732 Practice, Wisdom, Time |
Mar 18 2010 |
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March 11th, 2010, Serial No. 03729 Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Practice |
Mar 11 2010 |
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March 21st, 2009, Serial No. 03644 Bodhisattva, Wisdom, Practice |
Mar 21 2009 |
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June 16th, 2006, Serial No. 03313 Compassion, Love, Wisdom |
Jun 16 2006 |
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January 15th, 2006, Serial No. 03277 Compassion, Suzuki Roshi, Wisdom |
Jan 15 2006 |
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November 20th, 2004, Serial No. 03217 Breath, Practice, Wisdom |
Nov 20 2004 |
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February 2004 talk, Serial No. 03177 Commitment, Evil, Wisdom |
Feb 2004 |
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January 19th, 2004, Serial No. 03168 Meditation, Wisdom, Time |
Jan 19 2004 |
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November 15th, 2003, Serial No. 03142 Emptiness, Wisdom, Practice |
Nov 15 2003 |
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June 2003 talk, Serial No. 03115 Practice, Compassion, Wisdom |
Jun 2003 |