Wisdom of the World Episodes Available now
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Humility
'The really wise man is he who learns from everyone'
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Compassion
The need for compassion in a changing world
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Forgiveness
Why is it so hard to forgive and forget and is true repentance possible?
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The Dark Night
Examining physical and metaphorical darkness and stories about it from around the world
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Detachment
A look at philosophies of detachment and the renunciation of worldy goods
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Wisdom of Unknowing
A look at the wisdom gained by other means than mere facts
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Laughter
'Clowns help the world run'. A look at the importance of laughter and humour
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Common Sense
What is common sense and where can it be found today?
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The Fool
'The shadow which shapes the light'. A look at the role of Holy Fools
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Trickster
The global character of the Trickster and what they tell us about the way the world is