The silence of a wise man is always meaningful.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A wise person's silence conveys meaning and intention.
- In plain terms
- Silence from a wise person is never empty.
- What can you take from it?
- Silence can be a deliberate form of wisdom.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is silence more powerful than speech?
Another view
Silence can also indicate ignorance or disengagement.
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