Quote by Henry David Thoreau

Silence is the universal refuge, the sequel to all dull discourses and all foolish acts, a balm to our every chagrin, as welcome after satiety as after disappointment; that background which the painter may not daub, be he master or bungler, and which, however awkward a figure we may have made in the foreground, remains ever our inviolable asylum, where no indignity can assail, no personality can disturb us.

Silence is the universal refuge, the sequel to all dull disc

Summary

This quote emphasizes the immense power and solace that silence offers. It suggests that silence serves as a refuge for all, regardless of their intelligence or actions. It is portrayed as a soothing remedy for various negative emotions and experiences, providing relief after both excess and disappointment. Silence is compared to the untouched background in a painting, a space where our mistakes and insecurities cannot harm us. In this understanding, silence becomes an invincible sanctuary, unaffected by insults or disruptions to our sense of self.

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By Henry David Thoreau

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