Gray hairs are signs of wisdom if you hold your tongue, speak and they are but hairs, as in the young.

Rabindranath Tagore humorously connects wisdom with self-control. He suggests that wisdom comes not with age alone, but with restraint and thoughtful speech. Without such qualities, gray hair becomes mere symbolism without substance. This quote inspires mindfulness and self-awareness in communication, reminding us that true wisdom reflects in our actions, not appearances.