“…These three things are the Monk’s work…”

“We, Monks, ought to stick to three things: to play deaf, blind and dumb. These three things are the Monk’s work. Physical work is a sideline. Our task is to close our eyes, our ears and our mouths, so that we can pass through the various circumstances of our lives. Be silent, to avoid the troubles and scandals and all the bad things. Be silent so that God will reveal the Mysteries to you.”