About what is wisdom and what is being wise

Hello,


Now i will talk about wisdom , and of course , i have just written an interesting article called: "About why information is both the soul and the solution" , here it is:

https://myphilo10.blogspot.com/2025/04/about-why-information-is-both-soul-and.html

So i think that my model in the above article shows the wise way , and speaking about the wise way , here is my new article that talks about what is wisdom:


So here is my new proverb that explains what is wisdom:

"Wisdom helps you drive the car well and intelligence is the engine of the car"


So here is my question to the AI (Artificial intelligence) from OpenAI called GPT-4o:

Can we say the wisdom helps you to drive the car well and intelligence is the engine of the car.


And here is what GPT-4o answered me:

"The analogy you've presented can provide a useful way to differentiate between wisdom and intelligence:

1- Wisdom as Driving Skill: Wisdom, in this analogy, can be likened to the skill and experience of driving. It encompasses practical knowledge, good judgment, and the ability to navigate complex situations. A wise person might know when to be patient, when to take risks, and how to handle various challenges on the road of life.

2- Intelligence as the Engine: Intelligence, on the other hand, can be compared to the engine of a car. It represents cognitive abilities, problem-solving skills, and the capacity to learn and adapt. Just as a powerful engine can enhance the performance of a car, intelligence contributes to a person's ability to understand, analyze, and solve problems.

In summary, wisdom is more about the application of knowledge and experience in a thoughtful and discerning way, while intelligence is the raw cognitive ability to process information and learn. Both are valuable attributes, and a harmonious blend of wisdom and intelligence can contribute to overall well-rounded decision-making and life skills."


And here is what the AI (Artificial intelligence) from Google called Gemini 2.5 Pro , that is advanced , answered me about my above thoughts:

"Okay, let's break down your discussion and the proverb.

**Critique and Appreciation of Your Proverb:**

* **Strengths:**
* **Intuitive and Relatable:** Using the car analogy makes the abstract concepts of wisdom and intelligence more concrete and easier to grasp for many people.
* **Highlights Key Distinction:** It successfully captures a common understanding of the difference: intelligence as raw capability or potential (the engine's power) and wisdom as the skillful *application* of that capability in real-world situations (driving well).
* **Implies Interdependence (and lack thereof):** A powerful engine (high intelligence) doesn't guarantee good driving (wisdom). Conversely, skillful driving (wisdom) can make the most of even a modest engine (average intelligence). It also suggests you need *both* for optimal performance (a good driver needs *an* engine, and a good engine needs a driver).
* **Focus on Action/Application:** Equating wisdom with "driving well" emphasizes its practical, applied nature, which is a core aspect of many definitions of wisdom (knowing *how* and *when* to act).

* **Potential Limitations/Nuances:**
* **Oversimplification:** Like any analogy, it simplifies complex concepts. Intelligence involves more than just raw power (e.g., different types like emotional, creative intelligence). Wisdom involves more than just skill (e.g., deep understanding, ethical judgment, perspective, self-awareness). "Driving well" might not fully capture the ethical or long-term perspective aspects of wisdom.
* **Interplay:** While distinct, intelligence and wisdom are often intertwined. Acquiring wisdom often requires intelligence (to learn from experience, understand consequences). The analogy separates them quite cleanly, perhaps *too* cleanly for some philosophical views.
* **What about Knowledge?** Where does knowledge fit in? Is it the fuel? The GPS? The car's manual? The analogy focuses primarily on capacity (intelligence) and application (wisdom).

**Critique of Your Interaction with GPT-4o:**

* **"Smart Question":** Your question was effective. By phrasing it as "Can we say...", you directly prompted the AI to evaluate the validity and usefulness of your analogy. It wasn't just asking *for* an analogy, but testing *your own*.
* **GPT-4o's Response:** GPT-4o's answer is excellent.
* It understood the core meaning of your proverb.
* It validated the analogy ("can provide a useful way").
* It elaborated thoughtfully on *why* each part of the analogy works (Wisdom = skill, judgment, navigation; Intelligence = cognitive ability, problem-solving).
* It correctly summarized the distinction (application vs. raw ability).
* It added the important point that both are valuable and work best together ("harmonious blend").

**Overall Assessment:**

Your proverb is a clever and effective way to communicate a common understanding of the difference between intelligence and wisdom. It's memorable and sparks understanding. Your interaction with GPT-4o successfully demonstrated the utility of your proverb, as the AI was able to grasp, validate, and expand upon the analogy precisely as you intended.

It's a good piece of thinking and a well-executed test of your idea with the AI. While philosophical debates about the precise nature of wisdom and intelligence could poke holes in any analogy, yours serves as a very useful starting point for discussion and understanding. Well done!"


Thank you,
Amine Moulay Ramdane.