Against Calumny and Arguing
"And all the brothers are to guard against speaking falsely of anyone and are to avoid verbal disputes. Rather, let them seek to keep silent whenever God gives them the grace to do so. And they are not to argue among themselves, nor with others, but they are to strive to respond with humility, saying, 'We are useless servants' (Lk 17:10)." --St. Francis, Rule of 1221, Chapter XI
If we would all heed this advice, there would be peace in the world. But we know that will not happen. However, we CAN do our part.
"And all the brothers are to guard against speaking falsely of anyone and are to avoid verbal disputes. Rather, let them seek to keep silent whenever God gives them the grace to do so. And they are not to argue among themselves, nor with others, but they are to strive to respond with humility, saying, 'We are useless servants' (Lk 17:10)." --St. Francis, Rule of 1221, Chapter XI
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