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Bless Quote by James Montgomery

“A mother's love — how sweet the name! What is a mother's love? — A noble, pure and tender flame, Enkindled from above, To bless a heart of earthly mould; The warmest love that can grow cold; This is a mother's love.” quote by James Montgomery
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“A mother's love — how sweet the name! What is a mother's love? — A noble, pure and tender flame, Enkindled from above, To bless a heart of earthly mould; The warmest love that can grow cold; This is a mother's love.”

James Montgomery

About This Quote

Source Poem: "A Mother's Love" by James Montgomery, 1825

A mother's love is a pure, nurturing force that sustains and comforts, even when it seems to fade.

In simple terms: A mother's love is deep and caring.

Key Takeaway

Cherish and nurture familial bonds.

Themes

family love parenthood sacrifice

Mood

warm reflective

Type

poetic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • parent-child relationships
  • supporting grieving
  • teaching empathy

Key Concepts

nurturing unconditional love resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you express love when feeling distant?
  • What actions keep love warm over time?
A Different Perspective

Love can be challenged by distance or conflict.

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