Quotes and anectdotes from the wise to the foolish, and the courageous to the drunk

Phillips Brooks Author

  • Gender: Male
  • Citizenship: United States
  • Born: Dec 13, 1835
  • Died: Jan 23, 1893

Phillips Brooks was an American Episcopal clergyman and author, long the Rector of Boston's Trinity Church and briefly Bishop of Massachusetts, and particularly remembered as lyricist of the Christmas hymn, "O Little Town of Bethlehem".

In the Episcopal liturgical calendar he is remembered on January 23.

Christianity helps us face the music even when we don't like the tune. music

Charity should begin at home, but should not stay there. home

A man who lives right, and is right, has more power in his silence than another has by his words. power

Be patient and understanding. Life is too short to be vengeful or malicious. life & patience

Happiness is the natural flower of duty. happiness & inspirational

Character may be manifested in the great moments, but it is made in the small ones. great

Do not pray for tasks equal to your powers. Pray for powers equal to your tasks. power

Thanksgiving November 28, 2024

The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest. 32 quotes from William Blake

32 quotes from William Blake

Drink and be thankful to the host! What seems insignificant when you have it, is important when you need it. 6 other thoughts from Franz Grillparzer

6 other thoughts 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 quotes from Storm Jameson

2 other quotes 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