He who sleeps without offering the night prayer, may he never enjoy a sound sleep.
UmarRead
I have never regretted my silence. As for my speech, I have regretted it over and over again.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the value of silence over words, highlighting how impulsive speech can lead to regret.
Umar's quote reflects the profound wisdom that silence can often be a better choice than speaking. It suggests that taking a moment to refrain from expressing thoughts can prevent future regret, as once words are spoken, they cannot be taken back. This serves as a reminder of the importance of choosing one's words carefully, recognizing that our speech can have lasting consequences.
Themes
SilenceSpeechRegretWisdomCommunication
In practice
Example use cases
During a presentation on conflict resolution, I quoted Umar to emphasize the power of listening.
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