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“The tongue is a small member, but it does big things. A religious who does not keep silence will never attain holiness; that is, she will never become a saint. Let her not delude herself - unless it is the Spirit of God who is speaking through her, for then she must not keep silent. But, in order to hear the voice of God, one has to have silence in one's soul and to keep silence; not a gloomy silence but an interior silence; that is to say, recollection in God.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Silence of the soul is essential for hearing God; empty words hinder holiness.
In simple terms: Quiet inner soul lets you hear God.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner silence.
Themes
spirituality
humility
discipline
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- meditation
- spiritual retreats
- daily reflection
Key Concepts
Christian mysticism
contemplation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance silence with speaking truth?
- What practices help you achieve interior quiet?
A Different Perspective
Silence can become avoidance of necessary action.