Principle 27 — Success in Silence

The Prophet of Islam said, “He who remains silent will be saved.” (Musnad Ahmad, Hadith No. 6481) This statement shows that just like speaking, silence can also be a worthwhile task. Just as taking action is a task, so is taking no action. Just as moving forward is a task, retreating is also a task. Just as there is an advantage in the position of strength, so is the position of humility. Silence does not mean just keeping quiet. Rather silence is a superb strategy. It is another name for silent planning. Without a doubt, low-profile politics is more effective than noisy politics.