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Those who guard their mouths and their tongues keep themselves from calamity.

—Proverbs 21:23 (NIV)

“Father Pambo asked Father Antony, ‘What ought I to do?’ Antony replied, ‘Do not trust in your own righteousness, do not worry about the past, but control your tongue and your stomach.’” —The Wisdom of the Desert Fathers and Mothers

Gossip and indulgence, Father—save me from both today. Please remind me when to shut my mouth.