Story 101: The Philosopher’s Wisdom
Sophia’s tapestries inspire a philosopher named Eric, who has spent his life pondering the nature of reality. After seeing Sophia’s work, Eric begins to understand that true wisdom lies not in individual knowledge, but in understanding the connections between all things. He starts writing about the interconnectedness of life, using his teachings to encourage others to look beyond themselves and see the bigger picture. The bead he receives becomes a symbol of the wisdom that comes from seeing the world as a whole.