Practical Wisdom, Leadership and Culture: Indigenous, Asian and Middle-Eastern Perspectives

This book explores the concept of practical wisdom in Indigenous, Asian, and Middle-Eastern traditions, highlighting its importance in a poly-cultural world. It emphasizes the need for a poly-cultural understanding of wisdom and the role of practical wisdom in addressing contemporary personal and professional needs. The book offers insights into the non-Western traditions of wisdom and how they can contribute to a more critical and practical understanding of practical wisdom in a multi-faceted complex emerging phenomena.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 228 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Despite the growing recognition of the significance of practical wisdom in business today, limited research has been conducted on the concept of practical wisdom within Indigenous, Asian, and Middle Eastern traditions. Contemporary studies of wisdom primarily revolve around the philosophical frameworks of Western thought, which are rooted in ancient Greek concepts of wisdom. Consequently, there is a significant gap in our understanding of how practical wisdom, as illuminated by these diverse traditions, can be effectively applied in modern organizational settings. This book aims to bridge this gap by providing a comprehensive exploration of wisdom and its application in a multicultural world.

Wisdom is deeply intertwined with cultural contexts, exhibiting a multifaceted nature that blends individualism and communal aspects. Practical wisdom holds a crucial role in meeting the diverse needs of contemporary personal and professional life. Moreover, with the world becoming increasingly multicultural, there is an urgent need to enhance our understanding of how practical wisdom is interpreted and applied across different cultures and traditions. This book serves as a valuable contribution to addressing this need.

By emphasizing the importance of cultivating a poly-cultural and interdisciplinary understanding of practical wisdom, this book offers insightful perspectives on the non-Western traditions of wisdom. It sheds light on the implications of these traditions and how they can contribute to a more comprehensive and critical understanding of emerging complex phenomena. While Western traditions provide valuable insights into the role of wisdom in modern life, an integrated approach that incorporates both Western and non-Western perspectives can provide a more holistic understanding of the complexities we face today.

In conclusion, this book underscores the significance of developing a poly-cultural and interdisciplinary understanding of practical wisdom in our contemporary world. By exploring the insights of diverse traditions, we can gain a deeper appreciation of the complexities and challenges we face and develop strategies to navigate them effectively.

Weight: 421g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367505714