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    Since the general civilization of mankind, I believe there are more instances of the abridgment of the freedom of the people by gradual and silent encroachments of those in power than by violent and sudden usurpations.

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It is better to be silent, and be thought a fool, than to speak and remove all doubt.

It is better to be silent, and be thought a fool, than to speak and remove all doubt.

by Silvan Engel Found in: Silence Quotes,
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Sometimes being a friend means mastering the art of timing. There is a time for silence. A time to let read more

Sometimes being a friend means mastering the art of timing. There is a time for silence. A time to let go and allow people to hurl themselves into their own destiny. And a time to prepare to pick up the pieces when it's all over.

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An now the silences come in a single lifetime, in a single year... when species die, leaving a silent space read more

An now the silences come in a single lifetime, in a single year... when species die, leaving a silent space in the world song that can never be filled.

by Charles Delint Found in: Silence Quotes,
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When they hold their tongues they cry out.
[Lat., Cum tacent clamant.]

When they hold their tongues they cry out.
[Lat., Cum tacent clamant.]

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Silence is a source of great strength.

Silence is a source of great strength.

by Lao Tzu Found in: Silence Quotes,
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A moment of silence is not inherently religious.

A moment of silence is not inherently religious.

by Sandra Day O'connor Found in: Silence Quotes,
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The silent influence of books, is a mighty power in the world; and there is a joy in reading them read more

The silent influence of books, is a mighty power in the world; and there is a joy in reading them known only to those who read them with desire and enthusiasm. Silent, passive, and noiseless though they be, they yet set in action countless multitudes, and change the order of nations.

by Henry Giles Found in: Silence Quotes,
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A horrid stillness first invades the ear,
And in that silence we the tempest fear.

A horrid stillness first invades the ear,
And in that silence we the tempest fear.

by John Dryden Found in: Silence Quotes,
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Silence is the sleep that nourishes wisdom.

Silence is the sleep that nourishes wisdom.

by Francis Bacon Found in: Silence Quotes,
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