Wisdom
An Awakened Being is said to have deep wisdom. Wisdom is important in Buddhism. Wisdom is important but it's viewed as highly as it was in ancient times. We think about getting wiser as we get older, but we often don't think about wisdom beyond that. Knowledge is appreciated a lot more than wisdom.
Knowledge is important. It has led to many great things in the world. Wisdom is what can direct our knowledge and lead us to more balanced and fulfilled lives.
Buddhist teachings and techniques for increasing wisdom can help us a great deal. When we are acting with wisdom, we aren't being held back by our preconceived ideas. We are able to see what's going on more clearly. We are better able to analyze the facts and determine the best course of action. Wisdom is like a mirror that reflects reality clearly. What is reflected in this clear mirror is our interconnectedness. It helps us see through the delusion of separation. An Awakened Being, or Buddha, is a person who intuitively understands this wisdom.
The concept Awakening is central to Buddhism.