Jack of all trades, master of none "Jack of all trades, master of none" is a figure of speech used in reference to a person that is competent with many skills, but is not necessarily outstanding in any particular one. The earliest recorded versions of the phrase do not contain the second part. Indeed they are broadly positive in tone. Such a Jack of all trades may be a master of integration, as such an individual knows enough from many learned trades and skills to be able to bring his or her disciplines together in a practical manner. This person is a generalist rather than an expert (Specialist). Origins[edit] In 1612, the English-language version of the phrase appeared in the book "Essays and Characters of a Prison" by English writer Geffray Mynshul (Minshull)[3] originally published in 1618,[4] and probably based on the author's experience while held at Gray's Inn, London, when imprisoned for debt.[5] "Master of none"[edit] "Jack of all trades, master of none, Certainly better than a master of one" In other languages[edit]
Draw a pig personality test Lemmings, Unite! Be True to Yourself? “This above all,” says the old counselor to his son, advising the lad before his departure for France to play the young aristocrat on tour, “to thine own self be true.” Maintain that truth, he says, and then it will follow, “as the night the day, / Thou canst not then be false to any man.” Shakespeare, alas, is so great a poet that his readers sometimes mistake deliberate banality for wisdom. This famous line is a case in point. It is uttered by Polonius, a shallow, prating, tedious old man, who is anything but straightforward in his behavior. He encourages his daughter Ophelia to play hard to get, to land the prince who loves her; he sends a servant to France to spy on his son; and he is slain while hiding behind the curtain in the Queen’s room in order to eavesdrop on her conversation with Hamlet. It’s easy enough to enjoy a hearty laugh at the stupidity of the change. Why attach any importance to something so petty? I say that people who swear to do as they like cannot be led.
Independent Soul. Your result for The Golden Compass Daemon Test ... You are calm and logical, but not unemotional. You are an introvert, at heart, preferring to read alone than be subjected to the crush and noise of a big party or bar. You have a few friends and family, whose presence you welcome - to a point. Even they can wear on your nerves eventually, and you need to retreat back into your personal space for a while so you can recharge. Your energy comes in bursts, after which you need a long nap or a couple of evenings at home to recuperate. You are comfortable with yourself, and reasonably confident. You are a good and sympathetic listener, and are aware of your friend's emotional states. While you are not afraid of conflict, you do not seek it, either. Your daemon's form would represent your calm, introverted nature, your cool logic, and your impatience with crowds of people. Suggested forms: Peregrine Falcon, Snowy Owl, Snow Leopard, Siberian Tiger, Osprey.
Drawing Personality Test Everyone knows that a proper landscape drawing contains a mountain a path, like a dirt hiking trail or even a paved highway some trees. So be sure to include those in your picture below -- just click and hold the mouse button to draw. Feel free to be creative! 50 Ways to Strive for Excellence in Life The society in which you grow up determines by and large how you perceive excellence and the goal of getting the very best out of your life. Some cultures might attribute excellence to a few brilliant, hard-working, exceptional cases. Other cultures, such as the one in which I grew up, value modesty and urge people to try to be “average”. Excellence, however, is for all of us. Excellence is about getting the most out of our talents. Excellence is about trying to make a little dent in the world, so that when we move on, we will have left behind a better place for those who follow. You might think that striving for excellence means perfectionism. Perfectionism is about shielding yourself for the fear of failure, it is about uncertainty and doubt. Achieving excellence is a project that takes effort in many different aspects of life. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42.
Multi-Faceted Soul Your result for The Golden Compass Daemon Test ... In a way, you are a truly balanced person. You have a good sense of self, but you have periods of worry and self doubt. You don't like to be alone a lot, but you don't like being constantly surrounded, either. You can be shy in some situations and bold in others. You tend to adapt yourself to match the situations in which you find yourself. Your daemon would represent your multi-faceted and ever-changing personality, as well as people's tendency to idealize you. Suggested forms: Swan, Elephant, Koala, Panda, Chameleon, Wolf.
Xtra Games This listing of games was generously provided by Darren Gerson. I haven't had the time to go through the list in detail, but there are several that are repeats of some on the main page, with slightly different rules. In time I hope to incorporate this list into the main page. Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves (passive) Group sits in a circle and chants Ali baba and the 40 thieves, while doing an action. The group leader on the next beat changes the action and then on the next beat the person beside him/her does that action. All on One Side (cooperative) Your whole team starts on one side of a volleyball net with no one on the other side. The Ambush Game (coop) The group splits up into two sub-groups which we will call A and B. Auto Trip (circle/passive) Players sit in a circle and are assigned the names of auto parts. A What? Equipment: 2 objects The leader of the game starts by passing the first object to the person on their right and saying, "This is a whit." This is a spoon. Bola (active)
Gruff Soul Your result for The Golden Compass Daemon Test ... You are a bold and fearless person, with a strong sense of self. People, especially people who don't know you well, might think that you are unfeeling or callous, but your loved ones know that you are a loyal and fierce friend. You like to be with your favourite people, but you don't have much patience for the rest of humanity. Your daemon's form would represent your clannish, loyal nature, your self confidence and your aggressive, joking exterior. Suggested form: Hyena, Coati, Maned Wolf, Raven, Dingo.
Tour of the Summa | Precis of the Summa Theologica of St Thomas Aquinas | Msgr P Glenn There is no better overview of Catholic theology than the Summa Theologica of St Thomas Aquinas. "A Tour of the Summa is not a translation, not a digest, not a selection of parts called basic, or best. It is a journey though the entire Summa from beginning to end, and it furnishes a tourist's view of the scope and content of that master work. It is a condensed paraphrase of the essential teaching of the Summa, so presented as to enable the reader to turn instantly to the exact locus in St. Thomas for full treatment of each point discussed . . ." "The present work holds strictly to the major divisions of the Summa, but omits objections and replies to objections Once you choose a Part (top navigation bar), the index of topics appears in the left hand column. The topics contain the Questions and Articles numbered exactly as in the Summa itself. Finally, an apology. From the encyclical STUDIOREM DUCEM - Encyclical of Pope Pius XI on St Thomas Aquinas: