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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 #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

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #16: Discretion

April 16, 2025

Flavor #16: Discretion  (Sekel; Mezimmah; Tebunah) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, Essence and Significance: Discretion embodies the judicious application of knowledge, enabling you to make decisions with prudence, insight and tact. The Hebrew term Sekel refers to intelligence and success, emphasizing discernment that guides your ability to make careful and thoughtful actions and decisions.  Mezimmah denotes … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #16: Discretion

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #14: Integrity

April 16, 2025

Flavor #14: Integrity (Emet; Yosher; Tom; Alethes) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, Essence, and Significance: Integrity embodies the alignment of your actions with truth, in your effort to demonstrate Healthy Adult behavior consistently (by the way, Truth and Integrity come from the same Greek word Alethes). The Hebrew term Emet signifies faithfulness and reliability, reflecting what is … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #14: Integrity

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #13: Intelligence

April 16, 2025

Flavor #13: Intelligence (Hokma; Sakal; Biyn) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, Essence and Significance:  Intelligence is more than your cognitions and cognitive ability at work; it embodies assessing situations and tasks, determining what’s the best next step to take, then doing just that, to obtain the best of all … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #13: Intelligence

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #12: Reason

April 15, 2025

Flavor #12: Reason (Logos; Dianoia) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, Essence and Significance:  Reason is the product and gift of discourse, thoughtful engagement and discernment. The Greek term Logos encompasses “word,” “speech,” and “principle,” and in Greek philosophy, Logos involved reflecting, mediating, and speaking with purpose, where emotions and truth are bridged, resulting … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #12: Reason

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #11: Discernment

April 15, 2025

Flavor #11: Discernment (Biyn; Tebunah) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, Essence and Significance: Discernment is the ability to perceive and distinguish between different elements, leading to informed decisions. The Hebrew term Biyn conveys the act of mentally separating or distinguishing, enabling you to understand and consider matters deeply. Tebunah refers to intelligence or insight derived … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #11: Discernment

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #8: Thinking

April 15, 2025

Flavor #8: Thinking (Esah; Boule; Phronesis) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, Essence and Significance: Thinking is more than mental activity; it embodies deliberate and purposeful reflection. The Hebrew term Esah signifies it’s composed of counsel and advice, emphasizing thoughtful planning and prudence. Similarly, the Greek word Boule denotes intentional counsel or purpose, reflecting decisions … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #8: Thinking