Letter 4402
Restraint.
Of tongue, of pen, of action.
In the face of elation, judgment, attack.
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Lord, let me understand the grace of silence in the face of the world. Let me wait, until moved.
Consider:
Can I wait?
Reading:
❖ “Silence is the sleep that nourishes wisdom.” — Francis Bacon, Essays
❖ “In silence and quietness the devout soul advanceth in virtue and learneth the hidden mysteries of Scripture.” — Thomas à Kempis, The Imitation of Christ
❖ “Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding.” — Proverbs 17:28 (KJV)
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~B.R.