THE VALUE OF SILENCE

This is what constitutes well thought-out speech and is the only legitimate use of one’s tongue. Such a speech is useful to both the speaker as well as the listener. For the speaker’s part, it conveys sincerity and positivity, while for the listener it is also fruitful in all respects. The tongue is a very important organ of a human being; but it is like a double-edged sword. It has plus points as well as minus points. The right use of the tongue can produce a healthy atmosphere in society. Conversely, the wrong use of the tongue is so baneful that it may destroy the whole social fabric. The right use of the tongue can create the spirit of love among people, while the wrong use of the tongue will create hatred and intolerance in society. The tongue is a great blessing for humankind. No creature other than man possesses such an asset. Meaningful speech is a very rare phenomenon in the universe. It is only human beings who have this unique capacity. No other creation can enter into a meaningful conversation. In terms of use, this unique blessing can be described in two different ways—healthy use of the tongue and an unhealthy use of the tongue. One who uses his tongue along healthy lines will receive a double reward. This will help develop his personality and then he will receive more and more blessings from the Creator. Therefore, make your speech the result of positive thinking, rather than an abrupt expression of ill-considered ideas. Speak with charity, kindness and conciliation, or else remain silent. o Make your speech the result of positive thinking, rather than an abrupt expression of ill-considered ideas. Speak with charity, kindness and conciliation, or else remain silent. Reality Look at things from the point of reality and not from the point of personal desires and whims.