Adornment Quote by Hazrat Inayat Khan
“Silence is the adornment of the wise, and for the foolish the only dignity possible.”
About This Quote
Source Sutra: The Path of Love, 1925
Silence reflects wisdom; foolishness hides behind false dignity.
In simple terms: Silence shows wisdom; foolishness pretends dignity.
Key Takeaway
Value quiet over empty pride.
Themes
wisdom
silence
pride
foolishness
inner peace
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
aphoristic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- conflict resolution
- leadership
- personal growth
Key Concepts
spirituality
philosophy
self‑awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- Can silence be a strength in conflict?
- How does pride mask true wisdom?
A Different Perspective
Silence can be misinterpreted as weakness.
![“But the best argument of all [for evangelism] is to be found in the wounds of Jesus. You want to honor Him, you desire to put many crowns upon His head, and this you can best do by winning souls for Him. These are the spoils that He covets, these are the trophies for which He fights, these are the…” quote by Charles Spurgeon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/cc4/charles-spurgeon-82_adornment_but-the-best-argument-of-all-for-evangel_750051.jpg)
