Fr. Matthias Shehad discusses the virtue of silence through the lens of the Annunciation of the birth of St. John the Baptist. He explores how silence serves as a time of inward reflection, helping us focus on self-examination and spiritual growth. Fr. Matthias explains that silence enhances our prayer life by turning our desire to communicate inward toward God, deepening our connection with Him.
He highlights how silence fosters humility by curbing the urge to seek attention through constant talking and promotes wisdom by encouraging attentive listening and thoughtful speech. Fr. Matthias also connects silence to inner peace, showing how restraint from unnecessary communication guards us from conflicts and distractions.
Drawing from scriptural references and the example of saints like St. Arsenios, Fr. Matthias encourages practicing silence as a spiritual discipline to cultivate self-control, humility, and a closer relationship with God.
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