George MacDonald Quotes

How strange this fear of death is! We are never frightened at a sunset.

George MacDonald

The principle part of faith is patience.

George MacDonald

Forgiveness is the giving, and so the receiving, of life.

George MacDonald

If instead of a gem, or even a flower, we should cast the gift of a loving thought into the heart of a friend, that would be giving as the angels give.

George MacDonald

It is not in the nature of politics that the best men should be elected. The best men do not want to govern their fellowmen.

George MacDonald

When we are out of sympathy with the young, then I think our work in this world is over.

George MacDonald

To be trusted is a greater compliment than being loved.

George MacDonald

Few delights can equal the presence of one whom we trust utterly.

George MacDonald