These practices or understandings usually reflect the lessons of experience and current knowledge. Unfortunately, this definition raises questions and leaves the true meaning a mystery. Of note, most Western dictionary definitions include no reference to experience or knowledge. We get more help in understanding the word by consulting Eastern sources. Wisdom is to the East what technology is to the West.
Wisdom explains the essence of things.
Wisdom is the enlightened use of knowledge, guided by love, to help others. Intuition is the voice of our spirit. We hear its quiet inner voice only when there is inner calm and peace. Sages and mystics tell us that when we have a strong, clear intuitive connection the guidance and understandings we receive are always right. When we understand the essence of things, we serve others.