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That was surely the purest kind of kything. Mr. Jenkins…

“That was surely the purest kind of kything. Mr. Jenkins had never had that kind of communion with another human being, a communion so rich and full that silence speaks more powerfully than words.” quote by Madeleine L'Engle
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““That was surely the purest kind of kything. Mr. Jenkins had never had that kind of communion with another human being, a communion so rich and full that silence speaks more powerfully than words.””

Madeleine L'Engle

About This Quote

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

True connection with another person can be so deep that silence conveys more than words.

In simple terms: Deep human communion can be expressed without words.

Key Takeaway

Seek profound, wordless connections.

Themes

connection silence humanity

Mood

reflective intimate

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • friendship
  • therapy
  • meditation
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

intimacy communication spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you experience silence in relationships?
  • When has silence spoken louder than words?
A Different Perspective

Silence can also hide discomfort or avoidance.

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