Knowledge and Wisdom | Bertrand Russel | Essay | Question Answers
Short Explanation
Through this essay, Russell explains the value of wisdom in the current world because knowledge only is dangerous. To have knowledge without wisdom can create problems in the world. So, he mentions the values of wisdom and the way to possess it.
Question Answers:
1. Why does the world need more wisdom in the future?
Answer:- Writer says that the world needs more wisdom in the future because the world is going to be run by technology. And if there will be a simple mistake of a computer, the world would be in danger.
That’s why he says that technicians need more wisdom. And technicians (we) shouldn’t think that they (we) are of one country or sector but as a global citizen.
2. Write any two differences between knowledge and wisdom.
–> Knowledge refers to the acquisition of data or information through understanding or memorizing. And wisdom refers to the process of utilizing the acquired knowledge in the best way. For instance learning hacking is knowledge and not using the same knowledge to harm others can be considered as wisdom. Being knowledgeable is easier whereas getting wisdom needs a lot of practice.
3. According to Russell, "The pursuit of knowledge may become harmful unless it is combined with wisdom." Justify this statement.
-> According to Russell the pursuit of knowledge may become harmful unless it is combined with wisdom. Because if we search for knowledge without wisdom we can not predict what result it can bring in the future. But if we search for knowledge with wisdom, we can predict what it can bring in the future. Therefore, if the knowledge can be harmful, we can prevent its consequences or stop sharing the knowledge. By which we can save the world in the future.
Writer had given some examples like; the knowledge of atomic bombs created problems in the recent world because scientists lacked wisdom. As well as sharing the knowledge of hacking can be dangerous; we should utilize (use) it for good purposes only.
So, to save the world we should search for knowledge using wisdom.
4. What are the factors that contribute to wisdom?
-> Writer has mentioned these factors that contribute to wisdom:
- Sense of proportion
- Comprehensiveness with awareness of the ends of human life
- Emancipation from personal prejudices, staying away from egoism of senses.
- Impartiality
- Awareness of human needs and understanding.
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