Quote by Khalil Gibran

I wash my hands of those who imagine chattering to be knowledge, silence to be ignorance, and affection to be art.

I wash my hands of those who imagine chattering to be knowle

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This quote suggests the speaker's rejection and disdain for individuals who mistake constant talking for knowledge, silence for ignorance, and shallow displays of affection for true art. They distance themselves from people who do not grasp the value of meaningful communication, reflective silence, and genuine emotional depth in relationships. It expresses a preference for deeper connections and a dismissal of those who prioritize superficial expressions over genuine understanding and connection.

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