Genius R Us

In the 17th and 18th centuries, for example, it was example, it was expected that every member of the educated class would be able to read and speak several different languages, write poetry, play musical instrument and know much of the Bible by heart.

Genius come from the word “genesis” a Greek and Latin word meaning “beget”, “be born” or “come into being”. It is also related to the word “genial” meaning “festive” or “jovial”. In the Middle East the term has been linked to the work genie hidden in Aladdin’s lamp. So in short it means “giving birth to your joy”

Universal genius:
They are people like Albert Einstein, Leonardo da Vinci and William Shakespeare.

Officially designated geniuses
People who have won Nobel prizes and other similar awards

Prodigies or savants
They are young prodigies or students who have won national science contests. Or they have garnered perfect scores on their tests.

Everyday geniuses
They are people who have met everyday challenges successfully meaning us.