John Greenleaf Whittier was an influential American Quaker poet and ardent advocate of the abolition of slavery in the United States. He is usually listed as one of the Fireside Poets. Whittier was strongly influenced by the Scottish poet Robert Burns. Highly regarded in his lifetime and for a period thereafter, he is now remembered for his poem Snow-Bound, and the words of the hymn Dear Lord and Father of Mankind, from his poem "The Brewing of Soma", frequently sung to the tune "Repton" by Hubert Parry.
The smile of God is victory. smile
Tradition wears a snowy beard, romance is always young. romantic
Beauty seen is never lost, God's colors all are fast. beauty
For all sad words of tongue and pen, The saddest are these, 'It might have been'. sad
Peace hath higher tests of manhood, than battle ever knew. peace
As a small businessperson, you have no greater leverage than the truth. business & truth
When faith is lost, when honor dies, the man is dead. death & faith
The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest. 32 other wisdom & wit from William Blake
32 other wisdom & wit from William Blake
Drink and be thankful to the host! What seems insignificant when you have it, is important when you need it. 6 quotes from Franz Grillparzer
6 quotes from Franz Grillparzer
For what I have received may the Lord make me truly thankful. And more truly for what I have not received. 2 other views from Storm Jameson
2 other views from Storm Jameson
To give thanks in solitude is enough. Thanksgiving has wings and goes where it must go. Your prayer knows much more about it than you do. 73 other wisdom & wit from Victor Hugo
73 other wisdom & wit from Victor Hugo