Written by Maywald Jesudass, Middle East Union Ministerial Director.

1. Art of Well Being Practice Silence Maywald Jesudass

2. Noisy World In search of Silence amidst chaos

3. Hans Jean Arp a German – French sculptor, painter and poet says, “Soon Silence will have passed into legend. Man has turned his back on silence. Day after day he invents machines and devices that increase noise and distract humanity from the essence of life, contemplation, meditation.”

4. Practice Silence Most of us know how to say nothing; few of us know when to let our silence speak louder. C. Krosky The Practice Of Silence has to do with every part of our system. There is a silence of the body, silence of the mind and silence of the heart.Until all these are tranquilized, we can not know what true silence is. Silence is much more than the absence of sound; it is the autonomous pre-existing entity in which God creates. It is the source to which all words return to attain true meaning.

5. Practice Silence – 7 Reasons Silence enables one to see the beauty of the things that is around and within us. Silence allows us to develop gratitude - for the opportunities, for the possibilities, for the abilities n disabilities, etc. Silence clears the path for strength, optimism and fulfillment. Silence enables one to connect to his/her original creative potential Silence allows us to question and comprehend God’s purpose for our life Silence enables us to let go of bad thoughts and put them into a different place in our mind Silence is the most powerful tool of speech. Silence is an action. It often speaks louder than words.

6. How to Practice Silence? Set aside 10 to 30 minutes for silence and meditation. Make an intention to benefit spiritually from observing silence. Remove distractions. Turn off your radio, television, computer and cell phone. Create a suitable atmosphere. Assume a comfortable position and close your eyes. Focus on your breath and return to your breathing if your mind fills with chatter. During Inhalation - Imagine your self filling with love and light. Allow your thoughts, feelings and subtle movements to be transformed into pure, positive energy and purposeful silence. During Exhalation - Release your will. Visualize any harmful attitudes, beliefs or self-destructive patterns exiting your body. Stay silent, relaxed and receptive as long as you can. Record random insights, divinely guided messages or inspired ideas in your journal.

8. It can also show that we have great integrity and will not be brought into conversations that could be harmful.

11. Silence convicted Pilate

12. Pilate knew the Truth – wanted to Free Jesus

13. Silence provoked the Jewish leadersPower of Silence

15. Silence enabled Jesus to go through the humiliating experience ... to stay focused on eternity.

16. When we remain silent heaven responds with loud action – Jesus rose again.

18. As the baker served others, I noticed a small boy – a rag picker carrying a huge sack

19. Seeing the bakery he came in and was looking for something

20. He found the water jug placed in a corner for people like him

21. As he quenched his thirst he looked at people eating delicious stuffs

22. I began a conversation with him ...

23. Asked him if he wanted something to eat. He ate his full.

24. Went away with a smile ... Fulfilled dreams

26. Breaking the Silence “For evil to prevail it only requires the silence of good men.” Professor from Germany

27. The religious freedom we enjoy today is coz Martin Luther set out to correct the errors. His philosophy of SCRIPTURE ONLY is adopted by many Churches as their fundamental belief. What if these men were silent?? History records that Mahatma chose not to be silent. He walked the length and breath of India and told the truth to the masses. The truth he told the millions was, you don’t have to be ruled by foreigners. You can rule yourself. Martin Luther Junior King spoke against segregation and refused to be considered lower than other humans. Four decades later, Americans proved that people will not be judged by colour but by their character.

28. SPEAK when abused. SPEAK against abuse. Tolerating abuse will lead to more abuse. Know your rights. Stand up for your rights. “Oppression can only survive through silence.” Carman de Monteflores

29. “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” Martin Luther King Jr.

31. God knows you ... Your needs, dreams ... He has numbered your hair.

32. Come into His presence in silence & get to know Him.

33. You will witness His power, understand His ways and be drawn into His steadfast love. “Converse with men makes sharp the glittering wit, But God to man doth speak in solitude.” John Stuart Blackie

34. Silence & Seeing God “Stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord.” Ex. 14:13 * Silence opens your spiritual eye enables you to See. * As you see Him you will remain silent ... You will not panic or act ... You will allow Him to fight your battles. Those who have learnt to see God , see everything … everybody through His eyes.

36. His daughters Pastor suggested to him that he read the Bible n Pray at least now.

38. His room was filled with peace, his face radiant.

39. The pastor asked him, What do you pray? You’ve never been to the Church?

41. Allow God to Act & Speak

42. Use Words to protect and preserve

43. At least for Ten Minutes a Day connect with Him in Silence

44. Silence gives me greater comprehension … Transforms unspoken words to action … Unleashes power of earth and heaven.