The Wisdom and Power of Silence

The Wisdom and Power of Silence

Author: The Living Hour May 16, 2026 Duration: 5:13

Welcome to Our Sunday Talks. Today’s talk was edited and adapted from Byways of Blessedness by James Allen, published in 1904. Gain access to more episodes (ad-free) by becoming our patron for as little as $3 a month.

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Inspirational Podcast Excerpt: There is great power in the words of a wise woman or man, but their silence is more powerful still. The greatest people teach us most effectively when they are purposely silent. The silent attitude of the great teacher (perhaps noted by only one or two disciples) is recorded and preserved through the ages; while the flamboyant words of the merely clever talker — heard by thousands, and at once popularized — are neglected and forgotten in, at most, a few generations.

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