Were We Wiser?

Humans may be very clever now, but are we wiser than we were thousands of years ago? We can manipulate DNA, create nano technology, stare at screens, believe what we see to be real … but are we wiser?

There are gurus who can repeat texts, sounding and looking clever, but do they actually say anything genuinely wise to an individual? They prefer large audiences.

We can all believe and repeat what others have said in the past, but what do we actually know?

There is wisdom within, but this is obliterated by pride.
Wisdom starts with fresh emptiness, not with learning.