St. John Chrysostom: Thankful Suffering Repels Satan

You say you cannot be silent when stung by pain. I would not have you silent. I would wish you to give thanks. It is this which repels Satan and brings you help from God. 

 - St. John Chrysostom

St. Mary Magdalen de Pazzi: Sweet Silence

If you do not practice sweet silence, it is impossible to taste the things of God.

- St. Mary Magdalen de Pazzi