Maimonides advises a life of considered thought and restraint in speech. He suggests that genuine wisdom comes from deep reflection rather than excessive talking, promoting thoughtful introspection over impulsive communication, leading to more meaningful actions and words and a more purposeful life.
Quote by Maimonides: “A man should accustom himself to speak little and think much.”
A man should accustom himself to speak little and think much.
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Maimonides' ethical treatise on character development and the cultivation of virtues, heavily influenced by Aristotle, guiding individuals towards moral excellence and self-mastery in their daily lives.
About the Author
Medieval Sephardic Jewish philosopher and physician born in Córdoba in 1138, widely considered the most important Jewish philosopher of the medieval period. His Guide for the Perplexed attempted to reconcile Jewish scripture with Aristotelian philosophy. He served as court physician to the Sultan Saladin in Cairo.
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