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riddler

vow of silence

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Random question for the day. Can someone who has taken a "vow of silence" use sign language? I know it's kinda like cheating, but heck, I'm all for cheating. :P

Interesting trivia - sign language was created in 530 AD by Benedictine Monks who were trying to get around the whole "vow of silence" thing. It was later taught to deaf children as a way to communicate.

Wondering if they are still allowed to cheat? :)


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Usually the vow of silence doesn't mean complete silence. Monks are allowed to speak, but only when absolutely necessary. So you can still say "Please pass the salt" etc.;) Just no chatter is allowed.
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