Keeping quiet.

Did my Bible reading today on Proverbs 16-20. Just want to jot down the thoughts that came to mind while reading these wonderful Scriptures.

Proverbs 17:28, "Even a fool is thought wise if he keeps silent, and discerning if he holds his tongue."

Appearance can be deceiving. It is definitely difficult to know a person's true character by just looking at his outward appearance. He may look so handsome and cool, but is actually a fool and mean in character. As another Scripture says that man looks at the outward appearance but God looks at the heart. That's what the prophet Samuel did when he was asked to anoint the sons of Jesse.

Even in my shop the same thing would happen. When new customers come in, there is nothing much to know about them except by their outward appearances. Only when they start talking to each other or to me, then only will I have a better picture of them. Some of them will freely use bad words (mostly Chinese guys) or sarcastic sentences. The way they responded to my questions will also give me some indication of their personality.

The above Scripture verse will be more apparent in meetings or discussions. A fool just want to say what is in their mind or heart, which is always said without tact. So if you don't know anything about an issue or matters that were discussed, just keep quiet. That is always the best option rather than proving that you are a fool.