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If you ask him: "What is silence?" he will answer, "It is the Great Mystery! The holy silence is His voice!" If you ask: "What are the fruits of silence?" he will say: "They are self-control, true courage or endurance, patience, dignity, and reverence. Silence is the cornerstone of character."
Charles Alexander Eastman
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Silence holds profound significance, fostering self-control, courage, and dignity.

This quote emphasizes the importance of silence in personal development and character building. It suggests that silence is not merely the absence of sound but a meaningful state that leads to various virtues such as self-control, patience, and reverence, highlighting it as a foundational element of strong character.

Themes

SilenceWisdomCharacterSelf-ControlCouragePatience

In practice

Example use cases

During a meditation workshop to emphasize the power of silence.

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