The wisdom of the young and the mature (Imam Ali (as)’s wisdom)
As we said yesterday, Imam Ali (as) cautioned that
One who imagines himself to be all-knowing will surely suffer on account of his ignorance.
One way to prevent being a know-it-all is to consult others. Reaching out for a different perspective is a sign of courage and maturity.
Imam Ali (as) was a great believer in seeking counsel.
He said:
Nothing helps quite like consultation
and
Nothing is correct if you avoid consultation
He also believed in consulting people of different generations. He said:
If you need counsel about some matter that has suddenly happened to you, then begin by exposing it to the spontaneity of the young, for surely their minds are sharper, and their intuition is quicker; then after that, refer it to the judgment of those who are mature and old, so that they can analyse it, and decide what is best for it, for surely they are the most experienced.
Sharp minds plus the wisdom of experience – what a powerful combination!
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