“The wisdom of the wise, and the experience of the ages,
may be preserved by quotation.”
Isaac D’israeli, an Englishman who lived from 1766 to 1848, was a respected literary essayist. His belief, given above, has weathered well. In 2013 we turn to the online Proverbs of the World and read,
“These sagacious sayings are the distilled wisdom of the ages. Their lessons are as relevant today, as when first heard hundreds and sometimes thousands of years ago.”
We need help today. We struggle to accept, enjoy and handle our modern lives, sometimes against overwhelming odds. We could benefit from the mentoring of experienced guides. Are the problems we face now so different from those in the past? Is it possible to tap into ancient wisdom? Continue reading