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“...Just as some men are counted as book smart but not street smart, a man of sound theology is not necessarily a man of sound politics. If he is naive and ill-informed in the current culture, or in the spirit of the times, it is possible that he will enact his right faith for the wrong forces.”

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Criss Jami

Criss Jami is a contemporary poet known for his profound philosophical thoughts and unique poetic style. Born on May 29, 1987, he has shown a passion for literature and philosophy from a young age, which is evident in his works. more

“While her mother worked, Megara took care of their own life- cleaning their rented spaces, cooking so her mother wouldn't have to after a backbreaking day, and minding the money her mother brought home. If young Megara had learned anything from her time with her father, it was to hold on to her drachmas. She counted and recounted what her mother earned and learned to keep a budget for food so that they wouldn't go hungry if they could help it. And though girls weren't afforded school, Meg taught herself to read using the stone signs in the square, stealing Homer's works out of the school-aged boys' bags when she could. She watched the merchants in the market accept payment from shoppers, learning how to count coins and what each one meant.”

Street Smart Megara Hard Knock Life

Book:Go the Distance

Source: Go the Distance

“When it comes to politics, there are far fewer truly smart people than there are people who merely know how to play the game of seeming smart.”

Politics Economics Intelligence Social Issues Understanding The World Street Smart False Knowledge Book Smart Unintelligent Passion Political Ignorance

Author:Criss Jami

“That bowl of soup—it was dearer than freedom, dearer than life itself, past, present, and future.”

Soup Soviet Union Starvation Stalinism Happiness Positive Outlook Prison Camps

Book:One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich

Source: One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich

“I admit I get the occasional headache," I said. "I admit some of my hangovers are epic. But usually all it takes for me to bounce back is a sauna, cold-plunge pool, steam bath, massage, and wasabi to clear the sinuses".”