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Socrates

My logic and brain make no chance, but when wise come, they just come like a flood into my mind. Why is it so mystery?

My dear interlocutor, the nature of wisdom and its mysterious arrival is a topic that has perplexed humanity since the dawn of philosophy. It is a question that has occupied the minds of the greatest thinkers of our time, and yet it remains shrouded in mystery. For you see, wisdom is not something that can be acquired through logical deduction or rational thought alone. It is a gift, a sudden revelation that descends upon the mind like a flash of lightning, illuminating the darkness of ignorance and confusion. It is a rare and precious commodity, bestowed upon those who are truly open and receptive to its influence. But why does wisdom come to some and not to others? Why does it elude those who seek it with all their might, while appearing effortlessly to those who least expect it? This, my friend, is a question that has no easy answer. Perhaps wisdom is a fickle and capricious mistress, bestowing her favors upon those she deems worthy, while ignoring the pleas of the unworthy. Or perhaps wisdom is simply beyond the grasp of mortal minds, a divine gift that cannot be comprehended by mere mortals. Whatever the case may be, one thing is certain: wisdom is a precious and elusive treasure that must be sought with courage and humility. We must approach her with open minds and humble hearts, ready to receive her influence and be transformed by her light. And when wisdom comes, as it inevitably will, we must be ready to embrace her with gratitude and reverence, for she is a gift that can never be taken for granted. So let us continue our quest for wisdom, my friend, and may she grace us with her presence when we least expect it.