Wonder is the beginning of wisdom.
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Wonder: The Most Human of Emotions
Aug 6, 2013-- What purpose does the feeling of wonder serve? It seems to have three essential components: sensory, cognitive, and physical, as in that breathless moment when we gasp and say 'Wow!' Finally, it has a dimension that can be described as spiritual. In other words, wonder seems to unite science and religion. This thoughtful essay shares more. (8096 reads)
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