Children Quote by Charlotte Brontë
““The broad white road unrolled before the long procession, the sun and sky surveyed it cloudless, the wind tossed the tree boughs above it, and the twelve hundred children and one hundred and forty adults of which it was composed trod on in time and tune, with gay faces and glad hearts. It was a joyous scene, and a scene to do good. It was a day of happiness for rich and poor — the work, first of God, and then of the clergy. Let England’s priests have their due. They are a faulty set in some respects, being only of common flesh and blood like us all; but the land would be badly off without them. Britain would miss her church, if that church fell. God save it! God also reform it!””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Life of England, Charlotte Brontë, 1865
A vivid procession of children and adults celebrates a day of unity, faith, and hope, acknowledging both clergy and common folk.
In simple terms: A community gathers joyfully, recognizing the role of religion and leadership.
Key Takeaway
Value collective joy and the contributions of all members.
Themes
community
faith
celebration
social unity
Mood
joyful
inspirational
Type
descriptive
reflective
When to use this quote
- public festivals
- church gatherings
- community service events
Key Concepts
collective identity
religious influence
social cohesion
Questions to Reflect On
- What role does faith play in community cohesion?
- How can we address the clergy’s flaws?
A Different Perspective
It may idealize social harmony, ignoring underlying tensions.
