Fourteen Meaningful and Thought-Provoking Christmas Quotations by Famous People
Posted: Sunday, December 13, 2009
by Nenita Wells
Have you ever wondered how famous people describe Christmas or the holiday season, how they feel about this joyous time of the year? The following quotations made me aware and may serve to illuminate my life not only during the holidays but throughout the year. What they have said may inspire me, lift up my spirit and make my holiday season more meaningful. I am hopeful that the loving, sharing and meaning of this season continue throughout the year for you and your loved ones.
- Bob Hope said, "My idea of Christmas, whether old-fashioned or modern, is very simple: loving others. Come to think of it, why do we have to wait for Christmas to do that?"
- Charles Dickens, English author said, "I will honour Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year."
- Pope John XXIII said. "Mankind is a great, an immense family. This is proved by what we feel in our hearts at Christmas."
- Hamilton Wright Mabie, American author, essayist and critic said, "Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love."
- Bing Crosby, American singer and film actor said, "Unless we make Christmas an occasion to share our blessings, all the snow in
- Washington Irving, American short-story writer and essayist said, "Christmas is the season for kindling the fire of hospitality in the hall, the genial flame of charity in the heart."
- Andy Rooney, American writer, producer, humorist said, "One of the most glorious messes in the world is the mess created in the living room on Christmas day. Don't clean it up too quickly."
- Eric Sevareid, American newscaster said, "Christmas is a necessity. There has to be at least one day of the year to remind us that we are here for something else besides ourselves."
- Charles Schulz, American cartoonist said, "Christmas is doing a little something extra for someone."
- Calvin Coolidge, American President said, "To the American People: Christmas is not a time or a season but a state of mind. To cherish peace and good will, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas. If we think on these things, there will be born in us a Savior and over us will shine a star sending its gleam of hope to the world."
- Garrison Kiellor, American author said, "A lovely thing about Christmas is that it is compulsory, like a thunderstorm, and we all go through it together."
- Norman Vincent Peale, American Protestant religious leader said, "Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold everything is softer and more beautiful."
- Margaret Thatcher, English political leader said, "Christmas is a day of meaning and traditions, a special day spent in the warm circle of family and friends."
- Bess Streeter Aldrich, American author said, "Christmas eve was a night of song that wrapped itself about you like a shawl. But it warmed more than your body. It warmed your heart…filled it, too. With melody that would last forever."
By Nenita Wells
13/DEC/2009
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The author was born in one of the 7,100 islands in the Philippines, in Leyte where the famous American five-star general, Douglas MacArthur landed during WWII. She is one of eight children, and she has thirty-five nieces and nephews. She was raised by her parents to be a good Christian. Attended public school both in Elementary and High School in the Philippines. She went to college under the work and study program, earned her bachelor's degree with honors and her first paid full-time job was as secretary to the High School Principal, her first boss was a Benedictine Sister from Germany who was the Administrator of the Catholic school. She lived in New York City from 1977 to 2004 and now lives in Providence, Rhode Island. She loves to read and write poetry.
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More commentsit's a simple reminder for everyone to really know what christmas is all about. Not just the gift or carolings. How i wish there's christmas in Thailand so they would also feel what we feel every season.Hi Dennis. Thank you so much for taking the time to read and comment. I hope that my article is helpful to you. Thanks again for stopping by and Welcome to Searchwarp. Merry Christmas and a joyous New Year. ~Nenita~
Lovely thoughts to ponder. Thank you for putting together collectively such warm, wonderful quotes. It's still good to read "Christmas" and it's meaning when all around us we are being "politically corrected" to use happy holidays and worse. Loved it.Thank you so much for your kind words. I really appreciate your taking the time to stop by, read and comment. I hope that you have a wonderful Christmas and a New Year filled with blessings. ~Nenita~
Very interesting article. Christmas is really about giving and loving others. This is the most happiest celebration of the year.Hi Angeline. With the commercialization all around us, let us not forget that Christmas is the spirit of sharing, loving and giving meaning to the joyous celebration. Thanks again for stopping by and taking the time to read and comment. Glad tidings to you and your family. Wishing you a New Year filled with blessings. Best regards, ~Nenita~
All great quotes. Thanks for sharing them with us and Merry Christmas.Hi David. It is good to hear from you. Thank you so much for taking the time to stop by, read and comment. Merry Christmas to you and your family. May your New Year be joyous and filled with blessings. ~Nenita~
Very nice selection of quotes to help put everything in perspective. It helps to remind us that it's not all about rushing around and shopping. Thank you. ~sSara, Welcome to Searchwarp. Thank you for your kind words and I appreciate very much your taking the time to stop by, read and comment. I am glad my piece is helpful to you. Happy holidays and wishing you a joyous New Year. ~Nenita~
Nenita, a very nice article for the perfect time of year. Very much enjoyed the qoutes of the famous. Thanks for another fine article.Anthony, Welcome to Searchwarp. Thank you so much for taking the time to stop by, read and comment. I appreciate your kind words. How is everything in the "Garden State"? I worked in Secaucus, NJ for twenty years, I kind of missed it, especially during the holidays, I missed all the warehouse sale. LOL Happy holidays to you and your family. ~Nenita~
hello tita! how r u? its a nice article.. keep up the good work...i hope you can celebrate christmas with the whole family...lone you. mwah. hugs.. God blessHi Odette. Yes, I wish I can be with you for the holidays. It has been my wishful thinking to celebrate my birthday there with you also. Thanks again for stopping by, for the encouragement, for reading and commenting. Merry Christmas and a Happy, Prosperous New Year 2010. With love and prayers, your Tita Nenet
great job again. Lot of words and hope it will be implemented.
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Thanks for the advance birthday wishes. I appreciate your stopping by, and taking the time to read and comment. Merry Christmas to you, and your family, too and happy, healthy, prosperous New Year. Best regards, Tita Nenet
Very nice article..... a great reminder as to what is important. No, not the presents, but love, family, and celebration of Christ's birth. And yes, it should be carried out throughout the entire year. Thanks for writing! Tracey : )Thank you Tracey. I am glad that you liked it. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment.Yes. what is important is what is in our hearts. I appreciate your stopping by. Merry Christmas and a joyous New Year. ~Nenita~
Loving thoughts. Good to Learn to be still on the birth of Christ - to feel purity in thoughts in mind, and invoking pure energy of consciousnes that we call Unity of God.Thank you so much G.S. for reading and commenting. God bless.Best regards,Nenita
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