Is wisdom different from knowledge and information?

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2026-10-15 04:55

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Yes. Wisdom is very different from knowledge and information.

Wisdom, in the sense that it is used most commonly and as it is defined by secular dictionaries, is the ability to apply knowledge to real life.

Wisdom, in the sense of one of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, is the ability to put things in order and to judge things in accordance with God's ways. It comes from union with God, and it leads to union with God. It is knowledge of God and the ability to apply knowledge of Him to out lives, in dealing with both natural and divine matters.

Knowledge, in the common sense, is knowing something, from experience or theory. Information is the facts that are known.

Knowledge, in the sense of one of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, is the ability to judge matters of faith. Through knowledge, we can recognize the Creator in the created, and so not be distracted from the Creator by His creations. It also helps us to sense what is and is not in accord with the truth.

So wisdom and knowledge are very different. In their theological senses, they are both gifts of the Holy Spirit, which are received at Confirmation. Knowledge is the ability to discern in matters of faith. Wisdom is the ability to use our knowledge in our lives and thus reach closer union with God.

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