Quote by Thomas Carlyle

Under all speech that is good for anything there lies a silence that is better. Silence is deep as Eternity; speech is shallow as Time.

Under all speech that is good for anything there lies a sile

Summary

This quote suggests that while speech may serve a purpose and convey information, there is a deeper significance to silence. Silence is implied to be more profound, resembling the eternity of the universe, while speech is viewed as superficial and limited by worldly constraints. The quote underscores the idea that there is a quality in silence that surpasses the value of words, encouraging a recognition and appreciation of the power and depth found in silence.

By Thomas Carlyle

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