31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #26: Discipline

April 20, 2025

Flavor #26:   Discipline (Musar; Energes; Hypomone) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, Essence, and Significance: The Hebrew term Musar encompasses discipline, instruction, and correction. It implies guidance aimed at your moral and ethical development and is often associated with fatherly correction intended to impart wisdom and character. In the Book of Proverbs, Musar emphasizes the … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #26: Discipline

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #25: Practical Action

April 20, 2025

Flavor #25: Practical Action (Sophia; Ergon) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, Essence, and Significance: The Greek term Sophia embodies wisdom that integrates both practical skill and profound insight. It represents wisdom graciously given by God, enabling you to discern what choices and actions are best for you and in your interaction(s) … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #25: Practical Action

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #24: Goals, Activities and Skills

April 19, 2025

Flavor #24: G. A. S.  (Goals, Activities, Skills) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, essence, and significance? In The 31 Flavors of Wisdom, the “G. A. S.” framework: Goals, Activities, and Skills, offers a structured approach to personal development.  Here you simply ask yourself these three questions to help you create a plan of action to … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #24: Goals, Activities and Skills

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor 23: Prudence

April 19, 2025

Flavor #23: Prudence (Ormah; Prudentia) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, essence, and significance?  Prudence, rooted in the Hebrew term ‘Ormah, is the positive outcome of integrating and applying Discretion (#16), Wisdom (#1), Intelligence (#13), and Reason (#12). When these virtues are combined and put into practice, they enable you to develop thoughtful strategies that … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor 23: Prudence

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #22: Humility

April 19, 2025

Flavor #22: Humility (Tsana; Tapeinos) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, Essence and Significance: Humility, as expressed by the Hebrew term Tsana, signifies modesty and a humble demeanor, emphasizing a person’s recognition of their limitations and a submissive attitude, particularly in relation to God. The Greek term Tapeinos denotes a state of lowliness or humility, often … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #22: Humility

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #21: Compassion

April 18, 2025

Flavor #21:  Compassion (Splanchnizomai; Splanchnon) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, essence, and significance: Compassion is a visceral, emotional and behavioral response that compels you to act to alleviate the suffering experience of another. The Greek term Splanchnizomai is derived from Splanchnon, which is the medical term for the internal organs in your viscera, … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #21: Compassion

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #20: Understanding

April 18, 2025

Flavor #20: Understanding (Binah; Tebunah; Sekel; Syniemi) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, essence, and significance: Understanding is the ability to perceive the deeper meaning behind information, discerning patterns and insights that lead to wise behavior. The Hebrew term Binah refers to discernment and comprehension, enabling one to distinguish between nuances. Tebunah denotes deep insight … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #20: Understanding

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #19: Creativity

April 17, 2025

Flavor #19: Creativity (Bara; Asah; Tob; Charis) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, essence, and significance: Creativity mirrors divine action, embodying the act of crafting intelligent and intentional experiences of beauty, goodness and connection. The Hebrew term Bara speaks of your engagement in creative activity where the outcome brings something into existence that didn’t … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #19: Creativity

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #18: Righteousness

April 16, 2025

Flavor #18: Righteousness (Saddiyq; Sedeq) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, essence, and significance: Righteousness, rooted in the Hebrew terms Saddiyq and Sedeq, embodies the qualities of justice, integrity, honesty and moral behavior. Righteousness signifies unwavering adherence to ethical principles and fairness, by aspiring to reflect God’s positive character in one’s behavior as the ultimate … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #18: Righteousness

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #17: Justice

April 16, 2025

Flavor #17:  Justice (Mishpat; Dike) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, Essence and Significance: Justice, explained by the Hebrew term Mishpat, embodies fairness, equity, and the proper administration of principles and law. It encompasses the entire judicial process: from establishing laws to executing judgments and reflects a societal commitment to righteousness and impartiality. In Greek thought, Dike represents … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #17: Justice