Knowledge, Intelligence, Genius, and Philosophy: Does Automatic Knowledge Make One a Philosopher?Part 2: Reflection, Wisdom, and the Journey of the Human MindThe Difference Between Information and UnderstandingOne of the greatest misunderstandings in modern society is the belief that information and knowledge are the same. They are closely related, but they are not identical.Information consists of facts, figures, dates, formulas, and observations. It answers questions such as what, when, and where. Knowledge begins when those pieces of information are connected,
Writing Knowledge, Intelligence, Genius, and Philosophy: Does Automatic Knowledge Make One a Philosopher? Part 2: Reflection, Wisdom, and the Journey of the Human Mind The Difference Between Information and Understanding One of the greatest misunderstandings in modern society is the belief that information and knowledge are the same. They are closely related, but they are not identical. Information consists of facts, figures, dates, formulas, and observations. It answers questions such as what, when, and where. Knowledge begins when those pieces of information are connected, understood, and applied. Understanding goes one step further by revealing why something happens. Wisdom is the ability to use that understanding for the benefit of oneself and others. For example, a medical student may memorize the anatomy of the human heart. A physician understands how the heart functions in health and disease. A wise doctor not only treats illness but also comforts the patient with co...