Those who do most good use fewest words

Abdu'l-Bahá in Paris

People make much profession of goodness, multiplying fine words because they wish to be thought greater and better than their fellows, seeking fame in the eyes of the world.
Those who do most good use fewest words concerning their actions. The children of God do the works without boasting, obeying His laws.
My hope for you is that you will ever avoid tyranny and oppression; that you will work without ceasing till justice reigns in every land, that you will keep your hearts pure and your hands free from unrighteousness.
This is what the near approach to God requires from you, and this is what I expect of you.

 `Abdu'l-Bahá Paris Talks P.18