“The act is unjustifiable that either begs for a blessing, or, having succeeded gives no thanksgiving.”
Merle Shain
“Gratitude is the inward feeling of kindness received. Thankfulness is the natural impulse to express that feeling. Thanksgiving is the following of that impulse.”
Henry Van Dyke
“Happiness is the realization of God in the heart. Happiness is the result of praise and thanksgiving, of faith, of acceptance; a quiet tranquil realization of the love of God.”
White Eagle
“Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms.”
Bible
“Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.”
“O Thou who has given us so much, mercifully grant us one thing more-a grateful heart.”
George Herbert
“Dear Lord; we beg but one boon more: Peace in the hearts of all men living, peace in the whole world this Thanksgiving.”
Joseph Auslander
