“The wise man speaks because he has something to say; the fool because he wants to say something.”
–St. Augustine of Hippo (354 – 430 AD)
Source: Augustine of Hippo, On Christian Doctrine, trans. D. W. Robertson Jr. (New York: Macmillan, 1958), 4.5.10.
Reflective Question: How does Augustine’s distinction between wise and foolish speech invite us to examine our motivations before we speak, especially in leadership, teaching, or ministry contexts?