50 Merry and Bright Christmas Quotes to Share This Season

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The twinkling lights, the scent of gingerbread, the joyous carols — Christmas is a time for spreading love, laughter, and good cheer. And what better way to express your holiday spirit than with heartwarming and inspiring Christmas quotes?

Whether you’re searching for the perfect inscription for your holiday cards, a heartwarming message for loved ones, or simply seeking a touch of festive inspiration, this collection of 50 Christmas quotes has something for everyone.

P.S. You may find yourself laughing out loud at our bonus “Christmas with a twist” quote!

50 Merry and Bright Christmas Quotes

Quotes About the Spirit of Christmas:

1. “Christmas, my child, is love in action. Every time we love, every time we give, it’s Christmas.” – Dale Evans Rogers
2. “What is Christmas? It is tenderness for the past, courage for the present, hope for the future.” – Agnes M. Pahro
3. “Peace on earth will come to stay, when we live Christmas every day.” – Helen Steiner Rice
4. “Christmas is a stocking stuffed with sugary goodness.” – Mo Rocca
5. “It is Christmas in the heart that puts Christmas in the air.” – Norman Vincent Peale

Quotes About Family and Togetherness:

6. “Your children need your presence more than your presents.” – Jesse Jackson
7. “Maybe Christmas doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas… perhaps… means a little bit more.” – The Grinch
8. “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.” – Andy Rooney
9. “Christmas is a season for kindling the fire of hospitality in the hall, the genial flame of charity in the heart.” – Washington Irving
10. “He who has not Christmas in his heart will never find it under a tree.” – Roy L. Smith

Quotes About Giving and Kindness:

11. “It is better to give than to receive.” – Acts 20:35
12. “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” – Buddy the Elf
13. “The greatest gift is not beneath the tree, but the presence of loved ones all around you.” – Anonymous
14. “Christmas isn’t just a day, it’s a frame of mind.” – Valentine Davies
15. “Christmas is a necessity. There has to be at least one day of the year to remind us that we’re here for something else besides ourselves.” – Eric Sevareid

Quotes About the Magic of Christmas:

16. “Christmas will always be as long as we stand heart to heart and hand in hand.” – Dr. Seuss
17. “Walking in a winter wonderland.” – “Winter Wonderland”
18. “‘One can never have enough socks,’ said Dumbledore. ‘Another Christmas has come and gone and I didn’t get a single pair. People will insist on giving me books.'” – J.K. Rowling
19. “Christmas is not a time or a season, but a state of mind. To cherish peace and goodwill, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas.” – Calvin Coolidge 20. “The joy of giving is the greatest gift you can give.” – Anonymous

Quotes About the Beauty of Christmas:

21. “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…” – Meredith Willson
22. “The snow is falling, the air is crisp and cold, the lights are twinkling, and the Christmas spirit is everywhere.” – Unknown
23. “Christmas is the season for believing in the impossible.” – Anonymous
24. “There is a magic in the air in December that makes us all feel like children again.” – Anonymous
25. “And suddenly, December.” – John Geddes

Quotes About Peace and Hope:

26. “Peace on Earth, goodwill to men.” – Luke 2:14
27. “Christmas is a season not only of rejoicing but of reflection.” – Winston Churchill
28. “May the spirit of Christmas bring us peace, hope, and joy throughout the year.” – Anonymous
29. “Christmas is a time for believing in the impossible. And hoping for the best.” – Anonymous
30. “The world has enough beautiful mountains and meadows, serene lakes and deep canyons. But none of that has any significance without peace.” – Ansel Adams

Quotes About the Power of Christmas:

31. “Christmas is a day of meaning and traditions, a time for family and friends.” – Margaret Thatcher
32. “Christmas is the spirit of giving without a thought of receiving.” – Thomas S. Monson
33. “It is not how much we give, but how much love we put into giving.” – Mother Teresa
34. “Christmas is a time when you miss the friends who are far away and appreciate those who are near.” – Jim Valvano
35. “Christmas is not a date. It is a state of mind.” – Mary Ellen Chase

Quotes About the Importance of Family:

36. “My idea of Christmas, whether old-fashioned or modern, is very simple: loving others.” – Bob Hope
37. “Home is wherever the heart is, but during the holidays, it’s definitely wherever the cookies are.” – Unknown
38. “The greatest of all gifts are the ones that money cannot buy.” – Bernard Williams
39. “The best Christmas gift is the presence of your family.” – Anonymous
40. “Christmas is a time for sharing, a time for gratitude, a time for togetherness.” – Anonymous

Quotes About the Power of Giving:

41. “The heart that gives thanks is a happy one.” – Seneca
42. “The true spirit of Christmas lies in sharing and giving.” – Anonymous
43. “The only way to have a friend is to be one.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
44. “The greatest gift you can give someone is your time.” – Zig Ziglar
45. “It is better to give than to receive.” – Matthew 10:8

Quotes About the Joy of Christmas:

46. “Christmas is a season of joy, of gift-giving, and of spending time with loved ones.” – Anonymous
47. “Christmas is a time for making memories and traditions that will last a lifetime.” – Anonymous
48. “The best way to spend Christmas is at home with your family.” – Anonymous
49. “Christmas is a time for peace, love, and happiness.” – Anonymous
50. “Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year.” – Edward Pola and George Wyle

And Finally, a Quote With a Twist:

“The true meaning of Christmas is not to get everything you want, but to give everything you have.”

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Until next time, shine amongst the stars!

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