Being quiet Quote by Elisabeth Elliot
“Silence, as someone has said, is the mother of prayer and the nurse of holy thoughts. Silence cuts down on our sins, doesn't it? We can't be sinning in so many different ways if we are being quiet before God. Silence nourishes patience, charity, discretion.”
About This Quote
Silence fosters prayer and holy thoughts, reducing sinful distractions and nurturing virtues.
In simple terms: Silence aids spiritual focus.
Practice quiet reflection.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- prayer
- meditation
- personal contemplation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- In what ways does silence deepen your spirituality?
- Can silence become a habit?