Intelligence leads to arguments. Wisdom leads to settlements.
Intelligence is power of will. Wisdom is power over will.
Intelligence is heat, it burns. Wisdom is warmth, it comforts.
Intelligence is pursuit of knowledge, it tires the seeker. Wisdom is pursuit of truth, it inspires the seeker.
Intelligence is holding on. Wisdom is letting go.
Intelligence leads you. Wisdom guides you.
An intelligent man thinks he knows. A wise man knows he thinks.
An intelligent man always tries to prove his point. A wise man knows there really is no point.
An intelligent man freely gives unsolicited advice. A wise man keeps his counsel.
An intelligent man understands what is being said. A wise man understands what is left unsaid.
An intelligent man speaks when he has to say something. A wise man speaks when he has something to say.
An intelligent man sees everything as relative. A wise man sees everything as related.
An intelligent man is always insistent. A wise man is ever consistent.
An intelligent man tries to control the flow. A wise man goes with the flow.
An intelligent man is wordy. A wise man is worldly.
An intelligent man preaches. A wise man reaches.
Sometimes it is better to be kind than to be right.
I would like to add …
Knowing physical knowledge vs. Understanding spiritual truth.
Western science vs. Eastern science (TCM, Geomacy, I Jing)
Western society emphasizes on intelligence. Eastern culture focuses on wisdom
Hegemony (conquer by force 霸杈) vs Benevolence invincible (winning via Harmony 仁者無敵)
America first 美国优先 vs. Mutual benefits 人类命运共同体
Keep the blogs coming!
Is this from the Tao Te Ching?
Hi Keith, I am not sure as I got this from a chat group.