Application of Knowledge and Wisdom

• Wisdom is related to knowledge, just as practice is related to theory. Wisdom is intrinsic whereas knowledge comes from external sources.
• Application of wisdom requires more than facts and data, like speculations, feelings, moral and ethical values. Applying knowledge is a much simpler and more linear process.

Example: Development of nuclear weapons requires knowledge, but during wartime, using nuclear weapons on a country requires wisdom.

• Knowledge is the factual information, the awareness, and understanding of a subject. It is basically information about something that comes from learning facts.
• Wisdom is the ability to use knowledge and expertise to make sound judgement and decisions. It is an i...