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A fool's mind is at the mercy of his tongue and a wise…

“A fool's mind is at the mercy of his tongue and a wise man's tongue is under the control of his mind.!!” quote by Imam Ali Ibn Abi Talib AS
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“A fool's mind is at the mercy of his tongue and a wise man's tongue is under the control of his mind.!!”

Imam Ali Ibn Abi Talib AS

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A fool’s words are uncontrolled, while a wise person’s speech is guided by the mind.

In simple terms: Wise speech is controlled by thought; foolish speech runs unchecked.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate mindful speech through mental discipline.

Themes

wisdom speech self‑control mindfulness communication

Mood

thoughtful calm instructive

Type

spiritual ethical

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • conflict resolution
  • education

Key Concepts

psychology ethics behavior

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you train your mind to govern speech?
  • What role does listening play in wise communication?
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