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Right Use of Speech

3. Conciliation, that is, speaking in such a way as to create
an atmosphere of harmony among people.
This is what constitutes well thought-out speech and is the
only legitimate use of one’s tongue. This kind of speech is useful
to both the speaker as well as the listener. For the speaker’s part,
it conveys sincerity and positivity, while for the listener it is also
fruitful in all respects.
The tongue is a very important organ of a human being;
but it is like a double-edged sword. It has plus points as well
as minus points. The right use of the tongue can produce a
healthy atmosphere in society. Conversely, the wrong use of the
tongue is so baneful that it may destroy the whole social fabric.
The right use of the tongue can create the spirit of love among
people, while the wrong use of the tongue will create hatred and
intolerance in society.

The tongue is a very important organ of a human
being; but it is like a double-edged sword. It has
plus points as well as minus points.

The tongue is a great blessing for mankind. No creature other
than man possesses such an asset. Meaningful speech is a very
rare phenomenon in the universe. No two astronomical bodies,
no two trees, no two animals, and no mountain or river can enter
into a meaningful conversation. It is only human beings who
have this unique capacity.
But in terms of use, this unique blessing can be described
in two different ways—healthy use and unhealthy use. One who
uses his tongue along healthy lines will receive a double reward.
This will help develop his personality and then he will receive
more and more blessings from the Creator. Make your speech
the result of positive thinking, rather than an abrupt expression
of ill-considered ideas.

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