central idea of :- Socrates was one of the wisest men of the ancient
world. Many were the youths whose lives he influenced
for the better.
Socrates counselled his disciples to keep their mouths
shut and speak only when absolutely necessary.
"O wise one, how may we know when it is right to
speak?" they asked him.
"Open your mouths to speak only after you have
asked yourself three questions, and received an affirmative
answer to each of the three," replied Socrates.
What were the three questions?
The first question we must ask ourselves before we
speak is is it true? If we are not sure about the
veracity of what we are saying, it is better that we do
not utter a word. When we utter words carelessly, we
ourselves become transmitters of untruth.
The second question to ask is is it pleasant? Many
are the empty remarks and vain statements that people
make in idleness to hurt others. It is better that these
unpleasant words remain unspoken.
The third question according to Socrates is is it
useful? Is our statement going to benefit the listener?
Will our words bring comfort to someone? Are we likely
to help someone with what we say? Only in that case
should we go ahead and speak..
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