The Christian must be courteous to all.
His words and actions must show the grace of the Holy Spirit dwelling in his soul, so that God's name may be glorified.
He who is attentive to every word will also be attentive to every action.
He who examines the words he is about to say, also examines the actions he intends to take, and will never overstep the bounds of good and virtuous conduct.
A Christian's words are characterized by delicacy and politeness.
This is what engenders love, peace and joy.
On the contrary, brutality breeds hatred, animosity, affliction, the desire to prevail in disputes, disorders and wars.
- Saint Nectaire d'Egine