The power of silence

"Silence is not the absence of thought - it is a state of pure thought" Silence is the best language for communication. Silence is the language of God.

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It helps us understand eternal truths about the self, God, and the world. Behind all creation is silence. It is a power in its own right. The artist starts with a blank canvas - silence. The composer places silence between and behind the notes.

All our thoughts come from silence. A seed grows with no sound, but a tree falls with a huge noise. Destruction has noise, but creation is quiet. Growth is silent. This is the power of silence. Before speaking, create an atmosphere of silence. The way to silence is through meditation, where virtues of compassion, kindness, and peace emerge.

Silence is not the absence of thoughts, but it is a state where the mind is engaged in pure, elevated thoughts that nurture these values deep within.