EXOD1005 The eighth principle [of repentance] is submissiveness in deed. He should accustom himself to respond gently, as the pasuk says (Mishlei 15:1), "A gentle reply turns wrath away"; and in a low voice, for this is the way of humbleness, as the pasuk says (Yeshayahu 29:4), "You will be lowly, [as if] speaking from the ground; your speech will be turned downwards, [as if] from the dust." This contrasts to what the pasuk says regarding a wealthy, arrogant person (Mishlei 18:23), "A rich person responds brazenly." Furthermore, he should not be preoccupied with beautiful clothing and jewelry, as the pasuk says [this verse], "And now, remove your jewelry from yourselves" [i.e., to repent for sinning with the Golden Calf.] ... The signs of submissiveness, such as a gentle response, low voice, and looking downwards, will remind one to make his heart submissive.