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Bathing Quote by Thomas S. Monson

“The hand of a bride becomes the hand of a mother. Ever so gently she cares for her precious child. Bathing, dressing, feeding, comforting-there is no hand like mother's. Nor does its tender care diminish through the years.” quote by Thomas S. Monson
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“The hand of a bride becomes the hand of a mother. Ever so gently she cares for her precious child. Bathing, dressing, feeding, comforting-there is no hand like mother's. Nor does its tender care diminish through the years.”

Thomas S. Monson

About This Quote

Source Book: Teachings of Presidents of The Church of Jesus Christ, 2009

A mother’s nurturing hand evolves from caring for a bride to caring for a child, lasting lifelong

In simple terms: Mother’s care stays tender through life

Key Takeaway

Cherish and emulate motherly care

Themes

family parenting nurture

Mood

warm reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • childbirth
  • elder care
  • adoption
  • single parenting

Key Concepts

maternal love generational care

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can one balance self-care with endless giving?
  • What traditions preserve motherly nurturing?
A Different Perspective

Motherly care can be limited by personal capacity

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