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Saint Basil Quotes About Silence

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  • We should not accept in silence the benefactions of God, but return thanks for them.

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    Saint Basil (2010). “Ascetical Works (The Fathers of the Church, Volume 9)”, p.137, CUA Press

  • First and foremost, the monk should own nothing in this world, but he should have as his possessions solitude of the body, modesty of bearing, a modulated tone of voice, and a well-ordered manner of speech. He should be without anxiety as to his food and drink, and should eat in silence.

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  • I reckon silence more profitable than speech, for? in the words of the Preacher, 'The words of wise men are heard in quiet' (Eccles. 9:17).

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Saint Basil

  • Born: 330
  • Died: January 1, 379
  • Occupation: Saint
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