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“Lost friend, lost child, lost parent, sister, brother, husband, wife, we will not so discard you! You shall hold your cherished places in our Christmas hearts, and by our Christmas fires; and in the season of immortal hope, and on the birthday of immortal mercy, we will shut out Nothing!” quote by Charles Dickens
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““Lost friend, lost child, lost parent, sister, brother, husband, wife, we will not so discard you! You shall hold your cherished places in our Christmas hearts, and by our Christmas fires; and in the season of immortal hope, and on the birthday of immortal mercy, we will shut out Nothing!””

Charles Dickens

About This Quote

Source Short story: “A Christmas Carol” (adaptation), 1843

Cherished loved ones remain in our hearts and memories, especially during hopeful, sacred times.

In simple terms: Loved ones live on in memory.

Key Takeaway

Honor their memory through love and tradition.

Themes

family memory hope

Mood

nostalgic solemn

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • Christmas gatherings
  • memorial services
  • family reunions
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

grief holiday tradition

Questions to Reflect On

  • What rituals keep loved ones present?
  • How does hope shape your remembrance?
A Different Perspective

Memories may fade without active remembrance.

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