011: How To Apply Ancient Wisdom to Modern Life - King Solomon

Becoming Antifragile

Jan 14 2024 • 41 mins

Lessons from the book of Proverbs.

Attributed to King Solomon, Proverbs is a collection of wise sayings, parables and poetry that teaches the importance of getting wisdom and understanding. Proverbs is one of three wisdom literature in the Old Testament.

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00:00 - Excerpt from Proverbs and short background

04:20 - Why read Proverbs

05:40 - Embrace Lady Wisdom

07:30 - Avoid the Temptress

09:40 - Overcome and slay your lower man

15:35 - The beginning of wisdom, get wisdom

17:45 - Gaining wisdom is a long-term play

18:30 - Proverbs = probability

20:05 - What is more valuable than gold?

21:15 - What is the path to wisdom?

24:25 - Control your tongue

25:20 - Be action-oriented

29:00 - Gaining immortality

30:00 - The Queen’s secret lesson for kings

32:00 - Self-control & sobriety movement

34:50 - Why patience is required for wisdom

36:05 - Lady wisdom vs. Lady Folly (the Temptress)

38:10 - Challenge

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IJ Makan is a philosopher, designer, and martial artist.

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