In his book, The Basic Laws of Human Stupidity, economist and professor at the University of California, Carlo M. Cipolla plots the identity and characteristics of stupid people. Those whom the bible calls a fool. At first, the book seems almost satirical, but satire was not … [Read more...] about The Basic Laws of Human Stupidity
Folly
The Genesis of Wisdom ~ Proverbs 1:7
Every day we make thousands of decisions. How did we make those decisions? Were they any good? Were they wise? How do you know? Many of us would answer by asking, "How did that pan out for you?" But Wisdom asks, "Where did you start?" Lady Wisdom is not someone you tack onto … [Read more...] about The Genesis of Wisdom ~ Proverbs 1:7
Beyond the Jolly Fat Man
Despite what we might think we are teaching our kids, most of them are perceptive enough to work out the priorities in life by the questions we ask. "Did you have fun (play the fool)?" Where you entertained (to hold the mind captive)?" "Were you amused (to deceive, … [Read more...] about Beyond the Jolly Fat Man