Good bye Quote by James Hilton
““On the night before the wedding, when Chips left the house to return to his hotel, she said, with mock gravity: "This is an occasion, you know--this last farewell of ours. I feel rather like a new boy beginning his first term with you. Not scared, mind you--but just, for once, in a thoroughly respectful mood. Shall I call you 'sir'--or would 'Mr. Chips' be the right thing? 'Mr. Chips,' I think. Good-bye, then--good-bye, Mr. Chips. . . .””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Goodnight, Mr. Chips by James Hilton, 1934
A departing teacher reflects on his relationship with a student, blending respect and affection in a farewell.
In simple terms: A teacher says goodbye with respect and warmth.
Key Takeaway
Cherish respectful farewells.
Themes
respect
farewell
teacher‑student
nostalgia
Mood
warm
reflective
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- graduation
- retirement
- last day of work
- personal goodbyes
Key Concepts
identity
growth
empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does respect shape a goodbye?
- What does a farewell reveal about connection?
A Different Perspective
May the sentiment feel forced rather than genuine.
