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Silence is safer than speech.

Posted on 25 February 2016 by philosiblog

Silence is safer than speech. – Epictetus What does that mean? The longer version of the quote says “Silence is safer than speech; refrain from saying what shall be void of sense and open to blame.” Speaking when no speech … Continue reading →

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The beginning of wisdom is silence. The second step is listening…

Posted on 27 March 2014 by philosiblog

The beginning of wisdom is silence. The second step is listening… – Solomon Ibn Gabirol What does that mean? Sadly, this quote is far too long to fit neatly in a single tweet, and so it has been shortened, and … Continue reading →

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He who does not understand your silence will probably not understand your words.

Posted on 20 January 2014 by philosiblog

He who does not understand your silence will probably not understand your words. – Elbert Hubbard What does that mean? Life isn’t just about talking. Sometimes, we just sit in silence. Sometimes it’s in the library, other times it is … Continue reading →

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Silence is true wisdom’s best reply.

Posted on 13 May 2013 by philosiblog

Silence is true wisdom’s best reply. – Euripides What does that mean? This quote is kind of short and out of context. That makes it very dependent on the situation. What I have experienced (from both sides of the quote) is … Continue reading →

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Silence is one of the great arts of conversation

Posted on 31 October 2011 by philosiblog

Silence is one of the great arts of conversation. – Cicero What does that mean? To me, it basically says “Shut up already!” We know that you can’t have a conversation with both (or all) of the people talking at … Continue reading →

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