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“It is good to be children sometimes, and never better than at Christmas when the Great Creator was a child himself.” quote by Charles Dickens
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““It is good to be children sometimes, and never better than at Christmas when the Great Creator was a child himself.””

Charles Dickens

About This Quote

Source Novel: A Christmas Carol, 1843

Embracing childlike wonder, especially at Christmas, reflects the divine nature of creation.

In simple terms: Being childlike at Christmas connects to divine creation.

Key Takeaway

Allow childlike joy during holidays.

Themes

joy spirituality childhood

Mood

joyful reflective

Type

literary spiritual

When to use this quote

  • holiday gatherings
  • family traditions
  • charitable acts

Key Concepts

theology celebration humility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you keep wonder year‑round?
  • What does “Great Creator as child” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Childlike wonder may wane after holidays.

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