Wisdom of the Saints: “He accomplishes more by his silence than others that talk to no purpose.” – St. Ignatius of Antioch “Silence is indeed the friend and helpmate of thought and invention.” – St. Gregory the Wonderworker “Silence is a gift of God, to let us speak more intimately with Him.” – St. Vincent Pallotti “We must strive after a quiet mind.” – St. Basil the Great Relevant Points: There is a sacredness in silence – it is a gift from God. Often times we