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“Speak no evil, that thou mayest not hear it spoken unto thee, and magnify not the faults of others that thine own faults may not appear great” quote by Bahá'u'lláh
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“Speak no evil, that thou mayest not hear it spoken unto thee, and magnify not the faults of others that thine own faults may not appear great”

Bahá'u'lláh

About This Quote

Source Religious Text: Kitáb-i-Íqán, 1861

Encourages avoiding gossip and criticism to prevent personal faults from being magnified by others' faults.

In simple terms: Don’t spread negativity or highlight others’ flaws.

Key Takeaway

Focus on self‑improvement.

Themes

humility self‑awareness communication

Mood

reflective calm

Type

moral philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • online communities
  • workplace dynamics
  • family gatherings

Key Concepts

ethics self‑reflection

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice restraint when tempted to criticize?
  • What benefits arise from focusing on your own flaws?
A Different Perspective

It can be hard to resist pointing out others’ errors when they’re obvious.

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